The Nagaland State Disaster Management Authority (NSDMA), Home Department, has issued a four-day weather outlook for the state from July 28 to 31, warning of thunderstorms, lightning and heavy rainfall in several districts, while advising citizens to remain vigilant against landslides, flash floods and waterlogging.
According to the latest district-wise weather warning, most parts of the state are expected to experience varying intensities of rainfall during the period.
On July 28, localized thunderstorms accompanied by lightning and light rain are likely at scattered locations across most districts. Moderate rainfall is expected over parts of Longleng, Mon, Niuland, Noklak, Peren, Tseminyu, Tuensang, Wokha and Zunheboto, while Mokokchung and Tseminyu are likely to receive moderate to heavy rainfall at most places. Residents have been advised to avoid open areas during thunderstorms and exercise caution while travelling.
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Weather activity is expected to intensify on July 29. Kohima is likely to witness thunderstorms with lightning accompanied by heavy to very heavy rainfall at isolated locations. Most other districts are expected to receive localized thunderstorms with light to moderate rainfall, while Mon, Noklak, Peren, Tseminyu and Zunheboto may experience rainfall at most places. The NSDMA has urged people residing in landslide-prone and low-lying areas to remain alert.
On July 30, localized thunderstorms with lightning and light to moderate rainfall are expected across several districts. Tuensang is likely to receive heavy to very heavy rainfall at isolated locations, while rainfall over many other districts is expected to be comparatively lighter, with showers confined to only a few places.
Weather conditions are expected to improve on July 31, with light to moderate rainfall forecast at a few places across the state. However, isolated thunderstorms with light to moderate rainfall may still occur over Meluri, Mokokchung, Phek, Peren, Tseminyu, Wokha and Zunheboto. No active weather warnings have been issued for Kiphire, Noklak and Shamator on the day.
The NSDMA has advised citizens to remain updated through official weather forecasts and follow all advisories issued by the authorities. The public has also been encouraged to access real-time weather information through the NSDMA Weather website and the SAFER Nagaland App.
