The DDMA Dimapur has issued an advisory urging residents to remain alert amid continuing rainfall, warning of waterlogging and flooding in low-lying areas and advising people to take necessary precautions.
DIMAPUR — In view of continuing rainfall and the possibility of waterlogging and flooding in low-lying and vulnerable areas, the District Disaster Management Authority (DDMA), Dimapur, has advised the public to remain alert and take necessary precautions.
In an advisory on Monday, Deputy Commissioner and Chairman, DDMA Dimapur, Dr. Tinojongshi Chang, urged residents to closely monitor any unusual or rapid rise in water levels in nearby drains, nallahs and other water channels, and to avoid unnecessary travel during heavy rainfall, particularly through waterlogged and flood-prone areas.
The public has been advised not to attempt to cross flooded roads, overflowing drains, culverts, nallahs or fast-flowing water, either on foot or by vehicle.
Parents and guardians have also been urged to keep children away from rivers, drains, nallahs, culverts and flooded areas, especially during and immediately after heavy rainfall.
Motorists have been advised to exercise caution while driving, particularly at night and during heavy rain, as the depth and condition of waterlogged road stretches may not be clearly visible.
The DDMA further cautioned residents to stay away from electric poles, fallen electrical lines, weak structures, damaged buildings and fallen trees during periods of heavy rainfall and flooding.
Residents of low-lying and vulnerable areas have been asked to remain prepared to move to safer locations if the situation warrants or if directed by the authorities.
They have also been advised to keep essential items, emergency medicines, important documents, drinking water, mobile phones and other communication devices, as well as torches, readily accessible.
The authority appealed to the public not to dump garbage, debris or other materials into drains and nallahs, noting that such obstructions can impede the free flow of stormwater and aggravate waterlogging and flooding.
The public has also been advised to follow official weather updates and advisories issued by the Nagaland State Disaster Management Authority (NSDMA) and Home Department, and to refrain from spreading or acting upon unverified information.
Any rapid rise in water levels, flooding or other emergency situations should be immediately reported to the concerned authorities or local administration.
For emergencies, the public may contact the State Disaster Response Force (SDRF) at 9856302919 or DDMA Dimapur at 8131924008, or inform the local administration or the nearest police station/outpost.
The DDMA urged the public to remain calm, vigilant and prepared, and to cooperate with the district administration and other concerned authorities.
The authority said it is closely monitoring the situation in coordination with concerned line departments and other stakeholders.