In view of the onset of the Monsoon season, there may be possibilities of heavy rainfall, lightning, thunderstorms, hailstorms and landslides in vulnerable areas. All District Officers of variousdepartments are advised to remain alert and prepared to respond to any emergency situation and to instruct field officials to ensure readiness with necessary equipment and manpower to effectively handle any situation. The public is also advised to take necessary precautions, stay updated with weather advisories and adhere to safety guidelines during rainfall, thunderstorms and lightning.
The public is urged to take all necessary precautions and stay updated with official weather advisories. During rainfall, thunder and lightning, residents are advised to seek shelter indoors in a sturdy building or a hard-topped vehicle with windows closed, and to avoid small structures such as sheds, isolated trees and tents.
People should stay away from wired electronics and appliances including telephones unless cordless or mobile, unplug electronic devices and avoid electric poles, fallen power lines and damaged wires, which should be reported immediately to the concerned authority. Citizens are also hereby cautioned to stay away from water bodies and avoid swimming, keep away from elevated areas such as hilltops and open fields and maintain distance from tall objects like trees, poles and towers.
If caught outdoors without shelter, individuals should crouch low with feet together and hands over ears and not lie flat on the ground. One should avoid open spaces where one may become the tallest object. One should also keep windows and doors closed, should not leanon concrete walls or floors, must avoid the use of corded phones and refrain from carrying or being in contact with metal objects such as umbrellas and bicycles and it is suggested that raincoats be used instead.
In case of any emergency, the public may contact the District Emergency Operation Centre (DEOC), DDMA, Khliehriat at 1077or 96129-86832, Police Control Room at 112 or 100, Fire & Emergency Services at 101, Health and Emergency Services at 108, Additional Deputy Commissioner & CEO, DDMA, East Jaintia hills at 70051-70039, Additional Deputy Commissioner (Relief Branch), Khliehriat at 81199-70336, District Disaster Management Officer (DDMO), Khliehriat at 87948-09841, Block Development Officer, Wapung C&RD Block at 70058-77634, Block Development Officer, Saipung C&RD Block at 96121-06744 and Block Development Officer, Lumshnong C&RD Block at 96152-81169.
All residents are urgedto remain vigilant and extend full cooperation with the authorities to ensure safety and preparedness during the monsoon season. This was informed by the Deputy Commissioner & Chairman, District Disaster Management Authority (DDMA), East Jaintia Hills District, Khliehriat.