A house affected by land sinking and landslides following ongoing incessant rainfall in Zunheboto.
DIMAPUR, JULY 22 (MExN): Amid continuing rainfall across the Nagaland, The District Disaster Management Authority (DDMA) authorities in Longleng, Chümoukedima and Zunheboto have issued public safety advisories, cautioning residents of increased risks of landslides, flash floods, waterlogging, falling trees and other rain-related hazards.
The advisories urged residents to remain vigilant, avoid vulnerable areas and unnecessary travel during heavy rainfall, and closely follow official weather updates and instructions from the authorities.
All three districts urged the public to rely on official weather forecasts and advisories, avoid spreading unverified information and immediately report emergencies to the appropriate authorities.
Longleng: In a circular, Deputy Commissioner and DDMA Chairman Longleng, W Manpai Phom cautioned residents against venturing near riverbanks, overflowing drains and streams during the ongoing rainy season.
The public was advised to avoid non-essential travel during torrential rain and refrain from travelling along vulnerable road stretches and highways during cloudbursts and thunderstorms. Residents were also asked to stay away from landslide-prone areas, unstable slopes and riverbanks.
The administration urged the public to cooperate with authorities during disaster situations and refrain from spreading unverified information or rumours.
Emergencies, landslides or persons in distress may be reported to the nearest administrative office, police station, village council or DDMA Longleng at 8974567675 or 8837009660.
Chümoukedima: The DDMA Chümoukedima cautioned residents against entering flooded areas, overflowing drains, streams, culverts and low-lying water bodies due to strong currents and unpredictable water depths.
It specifically advised against entering the Chathe and Dhansiri rivers and other rivers and streams for bathing, swimming, fishing, picnicking or other recreational activities during the monsoon.
The DDMA also warned against unauthorised excavation of riverbanks, extraction of sand, gravel or boulders, and road or earth-cutting activities that could weaken roads, bridges, embankments and other public infrastructure.
Residents near rivers, flood-prone areas, hill slopes and landslide-prone locations were advised to move to safer places if risks emerge or when directed by authorities. Parents and guardians were asked to ensure that children, elderly persons and persons with disabilities stay away from rivers, drains, flooded areas and unstable slopes.
Commuters were particularly cautioned along vulnerable stretches of NH-29, including the Tsiedukhru section covering Chathe Bridge–Unity Gate–Khuokhri Bridge near Kudidolong Village, as well as landslide-prone areas at Pherima, Tsiepama and Piphema.
The DC and DDMA Chairman Polan John said emergency response teams have been kept on standby and the situation is being closely monitored in coordination with concerned departments.
He appealed to the public to extend full cooperation to the authorities and strictly adhere to all safety advisories.
In case of emergencies, the public may contact the NSDMA toll-free number 1070 or Emergency Response Support System (ERSS) at 112.
In Chümoukedima, the DPA, DDMA can be contacted at 7085288949 and the LSA, DDMA at 9862038156.
Zunheboto: The DDMA and District Administration warned of heightened risks of flash floods and waterlogging amid heavy rainfall and reported incidents of landslides and road blockages.
Residents were advised to avoid landslide and mudslide-prone areas, steep slopes, unstable embankments, low-lying areas, riverbanks and flooded locations, and not to approach or cross active landslides or other unstable areas.
The advisory also called for limiting non-essential travel during heavy rainfall and avoiding night travel. Where travel is unavoidable, commuters were asked to exercise extreme caution on vulnerable roads due to the risk of falling rocks and debris.
Residents were further asked to watch for early signs of ground instability, including cracks in the ground, unusual rumbling sounds, tilting trees or poles, and sudden changes in water clarity or flow in nearby streams.
The State Emergency Operations Centre can be contacted at 0370-2270129 / 0370-2270130 or toll-free number 1070, while ERSS is available at 112, the advisory added.
Meanwhile, on July 22, the DDMA provided emergency relief funds to five families affected by recent landslides. The beneficiaries were Livino Yeptho of Amiphoto Colony and Tsughato Sumi, Hevukhu, Ato and Bokato of Khuwaboto Colony. The assistance was handed over to family members by DC and DDMA Chairman Dharam Raj at the Deputy Commissioner’s Chamber.
