MHA Issues Red Alert for Assam for Next 2-3 Days. Extreme Heavy Rainfall Likely. ASDMA Issues Advisory and Helpline Numbers
First Published: 18th June, 2025 15:25 IST
Red Alert for Assam: Residents in low-lying and hillside areas should stay alert for any signs of flooding or landslides.
The Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) has issued Red alert for Assam and Meghalaya. The two state are very likely to experience extremely heavy rain, thunderstorm and lightning and squall today and tomorrow. An Orange alert has been issued for June 20.
The MET department has forecast heavy to very heavy rainfall at isolated places in various districts of the Assam which may aggravate water logging, and increase the risk of localized landslides in vulnerable pockets. The local authorities are closely monitoring the situation and emergency response systems are being kept on alert.
In view of the above, Assam State Disaster Management Authority (ASDMA) has requested 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.
ASDMA has issued helpline numbers: 0361-1070, 0361-1079, 0361-112 and 0361-1077.
The people living in the identified landslide prone vulnerable areas of the State are advised to shift themselves to the safe shelters (relief camps) or other safer places of their choice for next 3 days.
The public is also urged to stay tuned to official weather updates and follow advisories issued by local authorities to ensure safety during this prolonged spell of rain. The status of the situation would be updated by ASDMA from time to time for general awareness.
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