Kathmandu, Oct. 4 -- distance vehicles and those entering or leaving the Kathmandu Valley have been suspended for three days starting today.

The National Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Authority (NDRRMA) issued a public notice citing heavy to extremely heavy rainfall and the risk of floods, landslides, and other potential disasters. Vehicle operations are banned until Monday.

The notice urged commuters and transport operators to avoid travel except for emergencies and requested district officials and security agencies to monitor and enforce the restriction.

Authorities have stepped up preparations in response to the forecast. On Thursday, NDRRMA held a virtual meeting with chief district officers and senior officials nationwide...