The Nagaland State Disaster Management Authority stated that in the following days, Nagaland will experience light rainfall and cloudy moderate rain in almost all the districts till 15th April, 2025. These showers may be accompanied with thunderstorm and lightning at isolated places. During this period, intermittent rainfall is expected in the districts of Kiphire, Kohima, Longleng, Mokokchung, Mon, Noklak, Peren, Phek, Shamator, Tseminyu, Tuensang, Wokha and Zunheboto. The remaining districts may receive Cloudy Moderate rain and Overcast Moderate rain. 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, Chumoukedima, Bhandari, Baghty, Tizit, and Tuli, are vulnerable to inundated waterlogging and flash floods.
The Nagaland State Disaster Management Authority has urged the public to exercise caution to avoid any eventualities during this period. The NSDMA, Home Department also requests all the District Disaster Management Authorities and other line departments to remain on high alert to safeguard lives and property during the monsoon season.
(DIPR)