IMD issues heavy rain, thunderstorm alert for Arunachal districts

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ITANAGAR: The India Meteorological Department (IMD) on Tuesday issued a high-alert weather forecast for parts of Arunachal Pradesh, warning of intense rainfall and thunderstorms over the next 21 hours, effective until the morning of August 13.

According to the IMD, ‘very heavy rain is very likely to occur at isolated places over Papum Pare district’, while ‘heavy rain accompanied by thunderstorms and lightning is very likely at isolated places in Pakke Kessang district’.

The warnings issued have been categorised under the “alert” level with a “very likely” certainty.

Officials have urged residents in the affected areas to remain vigilant, avoid unnecessary travel during peak rainfall hours, and strictly follow state disaster management authority (SDMA) guidelines.

The advisory also warns of potential disruptions such as water logging, localised flooding, landslides, and possible damage to infrastructure in vulnerable zones.

According to reports, local administrations in both districts are on standby, with emergency response teams prepared to handle any eventualities.

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