The Nagaland State Disaster Management Authority (NSDMA) has forecast generally active monsoon conditions across Nagaland from August 18 to 21, with light to moderate rainfall at a few to scattered places and the possibility of localized thunderstorms and lightning in several districts.

According to the district-wise weather outlook issued by the NSDMA, Longleng is expected to record the highest cumulative rainfall of 81.15 mm during the four-day period, followed by Mokokchung at 59.85 mm, Peren at 51.72 mm, Tuensang at 50.67 mm, Mon at 47.26 mm, Wokha at 46.78 mm and Tseminyu at 43.98 mm.

On August 18, light to moderate rainfall is likely at a few places in Longleng and Phek, while localized thunderstorms and lightning are expected over Dimapur and Peren.

On August 19, Longleng, Mokokchung, Mon, Peren and Shamator are likely to experience localized thunderstorms and lightning accompanied by light to moderate rainfall.

The weather activity is expected to become more widespread on August 20, with localized thunderstorms, lightning and light to moderate rainfall at scattered locations, particularly over Longleng, Mokokchung, Mon, Tseminyu, Tuensang and Zunheboto.

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Similar conditions are likely to continue on August 21, with thunderstorms and lightning accompanied by light to moderate rainfall at scattered locations across parts of the State. The activity is expected particularly over Chümoukedima, Kiphire, Longleng, Mokokchung, Mon, Tseminyu, Tuensang, Wokha and Zunheboto.

The NSDMA said cumulative rainfall in other districts during the period is expected to range between 18.15 mm and 41.12 mm.

The Authority cautioned that thunderstorms could be accompanied by lightning and brief gusty winds, while periods of rainfall may result in localized waterlogging, slippery roads and reduced visibility.

In view of the continuing monsoon activity, people living in landslide-prone and other vulnerable areas have been advised to remain particularly vigilant, especially in locations experiencing repeated rainfall.

Motorists have also been advised to exercise caution while travelling, particularly along vulnerable and landslide-prone stretches.

The NSDMA urged residents to regularly monitor weather updates through the Safer Nagaland mobile application and NSDMA Weather Portal, follow official advisories and exercise caution during thunderstorms and periods of heavy rainfall.