The Nagaland State Disaster Management Authority (NSDMA) has issued weather updates, where it has informed that in the following days, Nagaland will experience light rainfall and cloudy moderate rain in almost all the districts till March 25.

During this period, thunderstorm with lightning is expected in the districts of Chümoukedima, Dimapur, Kiphire, Kohima, Mon, Peren, Phek and Tuensang. Light moderate is expected in the districts of Longleng, Mokokchung, Noklak, Shamatore, Tseminyu and Zunheboto.

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“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, Pangti, Tizit, and Tuli, are vulnerable to inundated waterlogging and flash floods,” notified the NSDMA.

In this regard, it has urged the public to exercise caution to avoid any eventualities during this period.  The NSDMA, Home Department also requested all the District Disaster Management Authorities and other line departments to remain on high alert to safeguard lives and property during the monsoon season.