Kathmandu, July 1 -- The monsoon that entered Nepal on June 19 has spread across the country from Tuesday, with the weather expected to deteriorate further on Wednesday and Thursday, according to the Meteorological Forecasting Division.

Meteorologists said a low-pressure system developed over the Bay of Bengal has increased the flow of moisture-laden air towards Nepal, strengthening monsoon activity and raising the likelihood of heavier rainfall across the country.

Authorities have stepped up preparedness measures as the risk of monsoon-related disasters rises, with government agencies mobilising resources for rapid response and rescue operations.

The Armed Police Force has identified highly sensitive and hard-to-reach locations across...