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NSDMA issues heavy rain alert for Nagaland

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By EMN Updated: Sep 30, 2024 10:05 pm

DIMAPUR — Nagaland will likely experience ‘cloudy heavy rainfall and cloudy moderate rain’ in almost all the districts till October 5, according to the Nagaland State Disaster Management Authority (NSDMA).

In an update issued on Monday, the NSDMA informed that the showers could be accompanied by thunderstorm and lightning at isolated places.

“During this period, cloudy heavy rainfall is expected in the districts of Kohima, Niuland, Noklak, and Peren. The remaining districts may receive cloudy moderate rain and overcast moderate rain. As a result, it is critical to take the required precautions during this time and avoid lightning strikes and high winds, which can interrupt communication and connectivity.

“Nagaland’s lowland and foothill districts, including Dimapur, Nuiland, Chümoukedima, Bhandari, Pangti, Tizit, and Tuli, are vulnerable to inundated water logging and flash floods due to the possibility of excessive precipitation in the hill sector,” the update stated.

It urged the citizens to exercise caution in order to avoid any eventualities. It also requested all the District Disaster Management Authorities and other line departments to be on alert.

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