- DIMAPUR — Nagaland State Disaster Management
Authority (NSDMA) has advised residents to exercise caution as heavy rainfall
and thunderstorms are expected to impact the entire state in the coming days.
- In a weather advisory issued on Wednesday, the NSDMA
predicted widespread rainfall until June 5, accompanied by isolated
thunderstorms and lightning.
- It stated that on May 29, most districts will experience
light to moderate rainfall, with heavy to very heavy showers expected in
isolated locations of Kohima, Kiphire, Tuensang, Phek, and Mon. Wind speeds are
expected to reach 40–50 kmph, with gusts up to 60 kmph, in many districts.
- From May 29 to May 31, widespread heavy rainfall is
anticipated in all of Nagaland’s districts. The advisory highlighted that
Kohima, Phek, and Tseminyu will likely face exceptionally heavy rainfall from
June 2 to June 5, while other districts may experience extremely heavy showers
between June 1 and June 5.
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- “As a result, it is vital to take the necessary measures at
this period, including avoiding lightning strikes and high winds, which can
disrupt communication and connectivity.
- “Due to the risk of high precipitation in the hill sector,
Nagaland's lowland and foothill districts, including Dimapur, Nuiland,
Chümoukedima, Bhandari, Baghty, Tizit, and Tuli, are vulnerable to inundated
waterlogging and flash floods,” it warned.
- District Disaster Management Authorities and related
departments have been instructed to remain on high alert to protect lives and
property during this active monsoon phase. Citizens have also been advised to
stay informed and avoid unnecessary travel during severe weather.
- “For any emergencies, contact State Emergency Operation
Centre (SEOC): Toll Free 1070,” it added.
