The Nepal Tourism Board has urged travelers and trekkers trekking in the Himalayan region to remain on high alert through a travel advisory as the weather is deteriorating across the country due to Cyclone 'Montha'.

In an advisory issued by the board on Wednesday evening, the board has urged all travelers and trekkers to be extremely cautious as rain and snowfall are predicted in various parts of the country till the 15th due to the impact of the cyclone 'Montha' moving northwestwards from the Bay of Bengal. The board has asked tourists to take extreme caution in the Himalayan and hilly areas, saying that the risk of heavy rain, snowfall, floods, landslides and avalanches will increase, and to regularly check the weather information before and during the trip as the weather will be unstable, and to make necessary preparations to avoid possible risks. Requesting travelers to take precautions regarding travel, the Tourism Board has asked travelers and hikers to check the forecast regularly as the weather can change suddenly, avoid camping near rivers or landslide-prone areas, and be aware of the risk of avalanches, carefully follow the information issued by the local government and information on trail closures, ensure proper training, equipment, and communication before going to risky areas, inform others of their plans before traveling and stay in touch as much as possible, carry first aid supplies, extra food and water, and emergency communication equipment, and seek the help of a local guide who is knowledgeable about the weather and geographical conditions. The board has asked hikers to wear waterproof and windproof clothing, use layers of clothing for cold weather, and postpone the trip or choose an alternative route if the conditions appear unsafe.

The Department of Water and Meteorology has said that moderate to heavy rain is likely in Bagmati, Madhesh, and Koshi provinces in the east. Trekkers have been asked to exercise special caution as the favorite trekking routes of Everest, Kanchenjunga and Langtang fall in these provinces.

Light to moderate rain is expected in Gandaki and Lumbini provinces, while normal rain is expected in some parts of Karnali province. There is a possibility of moderate to heavy snowfall in the high hilly and mountainous areas.

The board has asked the tourism police on the board and the tourism police toll-free number 1144 for emergency contact assistance. Similarly, the tourism board has requested all visitors and trekkers to prioritize safety and stay regularly updated on weather information received from official sources.