The Nagaland State Disaster Management Authority (NSDMA), Home Department, has issued a weather advisory for the period between July 16 and July 23, 2025, warning of moderate to heavy rainfall accompanied by thunderstorms across the state.

In its official communication, the NSDMA highlighted that districts such as Mon, Tseminyu, Niuland, Dimapur, and Kohima are likely to experience heavy rainfall and thunderstorms between July 16 and 21, while the remaining districts are expected to receive light to moderate rainfall, which may intensify during the period.

Due to the risk of high precipitation in the hill sector, the NSDMA cautioned that lowland and foothill  districts including Dimapur, Niuland, Chümoukedima, Bhandari, Baghty, Tizit, and Tuli are vulnerable to inundated waterlogging, and flash floods.

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Precautionary measures for Public Safety

The NSDMA has urged residents, particularly in low-lying areas, to implement the following safety measures to prevent loss of life and property:

• Secure important documents and valuables in safe locations.
• Evacuate from flood-prone areas if instructed by authorities.
• Remain alert to the possibility of gas leaks.
• Avoid consuming food that may have come in contact with floodwater.
• Do not enter or drive through flooded areas.
• Disconnect electrical appliances and keep them above ground level.
• Drink only boiled or chlorinated water.
• Be cautious around open drains or flood channels.

The NSDMA has also directed District Disaster Management Authorities (DDMAs) and all line departments to remain on high alert and mobilize necessary resources to ensure public safety and property protection during the monsoon period.

Commissioner & Secretary, Lhouchalie Vya, IAS urged the public to exercise caution to avoid any eventualities during this period.

For emergencies, the State Emergency Operation Centre (SEOC) can be reached via Toll-Free Number: 1070.