IMD predicts Very Heavy to Extremely Heavy Rainfall likely across Assam, people advised to be alert
Guwahati,Rongili Barta: The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has predicted today, likelihood of thunderstorm & lightning with very heavy to extremely heavy rainfall today and the coming 2-3 days at isolated places in Chirang, Kokrajhar, Baksa, Dhemaji, Lakhimpur Barpeta, Bongaigaon, and Dhubri,.
The weather pattern suggests that thunderstorm and lightning with heavy spells of rain is very likely to occur in the districts, specially in the western part of the state in the coming 2-3 days which may aggravate water logging, slow vehicular movement, and increase the risk of localized landslides in vulnerable pockets. The district authorities and ASDMA are closely monitoring the situation and emergency response systems are being kept on alert.
In view of the situation, Assam State Disaster Management Authority (ASDMA) requests all the people of the state to take all necessary precautions and remain vigilant. Daily commuters and long-distance travellers are requested to plan their routines accordingly, avoiding unnecessary movement during periods of intense rainfall. Residents in low-lying and hillside areas should stay alert for any signs of flooding or landslides. The status of the situation would be updated by ASDMA on its official website i.e. https://asdma.assam.gov.in/resource/assam-weather-forecast and on all its social media handles from time to time for general awareness. Hence, the public is urged to stay tuned to official weather updates and follow advisories issued by local authorities to ensure safety during this prolonged spell of rain.