Tajikistan braces for sharp drop in temperatures, heavy rain and snowfall

Heavy rain, snowfall and a sharp drop in temperatures are expected across much of Tajikistan on November 10–11, according to the country’s Hydrometeorology Center (Hydromet). Authorities have also warned of possible mudslides in several regions.
Temperatures in lowland and foothill areas are expected to fall to 7°C –12°C, while winds could reach speeds of 13–18 meters per second.
Heavy rain is forecast for Dushanbe, most districts subordinate to the central government, and Sughd province during the day on November 10. By evening, rain is expected to turn to snow in mountainous areas above 2,000 meters.
Further heavy precipitation is possible in parts of Sughd province and the districts subordinate to the central government overnight into November 11.

Hydromet has also warned of an increased risk of mudslides from November 9 to 13 in the foothill and mountainous areas of Sughd and Khatlon provinces, the districts subordinate to the central government, and western parts of the Gorno-Badakhshan Autonomous Region (GBAO).
Water levels are expected to rise in the Obikhingob, Vakhsh, Yakhsou and South Kizilsou rivers, as well as in rivers flowing from the southern slopes of the Hisor Range.
Residents are advised to take precautions and follow official weather forecasts and warnings.

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