Summary
The national disaster management authority and other government agencies have activated emergency response plans and issued a high alert.
People are advised to avoid non‑essential travel, stay away from flood‑prone rivers, landslide zones, and to follow updates from the official weather department.
Mountaineers, trekkers and tourism staff in the Himalayan region are warned to take extra caution because of possible thunderstorms, lightning and strong winds.
Health facilities in major trekking areas and cities have been instructed to keep services running and emergency helplines are active.