Assam: IMD forecasts very heavy rainfall over state for next 3-4 days
Guwahati, July 30
The India Meteorological Department has forecast heavy to very heavy rainfall accompanied by thunderstorms at isolated places across Assam and neighbouring states from July 30 to August 1, prompting the Assam State Disaster Management Authority to urge people to remain vigilant.
Heavy to very heavy rainfall has been forecast over parts of Arunachal Pradesh, including East Siang, Lohit, Namsai, Longding, Papumpare, Lower Subansiri and Lower Dibang Valley, which may affect the adjoining Assam districts of Tinsukia, Dhemaji and Lakhimpur.
An orange alert has been issued for Tinsukia district. Orange alerts have also been issued for Mon, Mokokchung and Wokha districts of Nagaland, which may affect the neighbouring Assam districts of Charaideo, Sivasagar, Jorhat and Golaghat.
Thunderstorms accompanied by heavy rainfall of 6-11 cm per day are likely at most places in East Siang, Lohit, Namsai, Longding, Lower Subansiri and Lower Dibang Valley, while very heavy rainfall of 12-20 cm per day is likely at isolated places over Papumpare district, which may affect adjoining districts of Assam.
The prevailing weather conditions may aggravate waterlogging, flooding, flash floods, slow vehicular movement and increase the risk of localised landslides in vulnerable areas.
The district authorities and the ASDMA are closely monitoring the situation and emergency response systems have been kept on alert.
In view of the forecast, the ASDMA has requested residents of the concerned districts to take necessary precautions and remain vigilant. It has advised daily commuters and long-distance travellers to plan their travel accordingly and avoid unnecessary movement during periods of intense rainfall.
Residents living in low-lying and hillside areas have also been advised to remain alert for signs of flooding or landslides.
Updates on the weather situation will be available on the official ASDMA website and its social media platforms. The public has been urged to follow official weather updates and advisories issued by local authorities.
— ANI
Reader Comments
Year after year, the same story in Assam. Heavy rains, flooding, landslides - it's become a predictable cycle. I appreciate the IMD and ASDMA for issuing timely warnings, but isn't it time we invest more in permanent flood control measures? Better drainage systems, more shelters, long-term planning. Reactions every monsoon won't solve the root problem. 😞
Stay safe, Assam! I visited Guwahati a few years ago for work and was struck by how beautiful the Brahmaputra valley is, but also how vulnerable. The orange alert for Tinsukia seems particularly concerning. Hope local authorities have the resources to manage potential emergencies, especially in remote areas that might get cut off.
It's great that the IMD is providing such detailed, district-level forecasts. That said, I really hope the ASDMA's emergency response systems are truly on alert and not just on paper. My uncle in Dibrugarh had a close call during flash floods last year. Let's also appreciate the farmers who face the brunt of such unpredictable weather - their resilience is unmatched. 💪
Living in a low-lying area near the Brahmaputra, I can say these warnings are vital. Last monsoon, we had to evacuate twice. But here's my respectful criticism - the alerts often come too late for some villages that don't have strong mobile networks. Authorities need to ensure warnings reach every household, maybe through local announcements or community volunteers. Also, stay safe, everyone!
I've been tracking weather in the Northeast from afar, and this forecast seems unusually strong
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