IMD Issues Red Alert for North East. Extremely Heavy Rain Thunderstorm & Lightning, Squall Predicted in the Next 48 Hours
First Published: 29th May, 2025 10:57 IST
Red Alert for NE: IMD has predicted that extremely heavy rain thunderstorm and Lightning, Squall is likely to occur over the region.
The Indian Meteorological Department has issued a red alert for all Northeastern states for the next 48 hours.
IMD has predicted that extremely heavy rain thunderstorm and Lightning, Squall is likely to occur over the region. Keeping in view the extreme weather warning, the Government of Mizoram has issued a circular declaring closure of schools across the state on Thursday.
Further, all the people of Mizoram are advised to be on alert for their safety as far as possible so as to avoid disasters due to heavy rainfall in the state. The government has also issued toll free emergency numbers and people are requested to contact the concerned District Emergency Operation Centre. The toll free emergency numbers are 1077/1070/0389-2342520 and 112.
As per the IMD forecast, the weather pattern suggests that a well-marked low pressure area lies over Northwest Bay of Bengal off Odisha coast. Associated cyclonic circulation extends up to 7.6 km above mean sea level tilting southwards with height. It is likely to move slowly northwards and concentrate into a Depression over North Bay of Bengal during next 24 hours.
Under this influence of weather, heavy to extremely heavy rain accompanied with thunderstorm and lightning along with gusty wind is expected in the western and southern districts of Assam Cachar, Hailakandi, Sribhumi, Dhubri, South Salmara, Goalpara, Barpeta, Bongaigaon, West Karbi Anglong, Kokrajhar, Chirang, Bajali, Baksa, Tamulpur, Nalbari, Kamrup (Metro), Kamrup, Darang, Udalguri, Marigaon, Nagaon, Hojai, Sonitpur, Dima Hasao, Cachar, Hailakandi etc.
In Guwahati city, continued downpours could aggravate water logging, slow vehicular movement, and increase the risk of tree falls and localized landslides in vulnerable pockets. The city authorities are closely monitoring the situation and emergency response systems are being kept on alert.
In view of the situation, Assam State Disaster Management Authority (ASDMA) has asked all the people of the State and specially Guwahati city dwellers 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. 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.
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