Impact on Various Areas
Heavy rainfall in Assam’s Dima Hasao district has caused a flood-like situation and landslides in several parts of the hill district, disrupting communication. The incessant rains since 1st May 2024 night have paralyzed normal life in Dima Hasao, followed by landslides and a flood-like situation in different parts of the district. The Indian Meteorological Department (IMD) Guwahati issued a warning, prompting the Dima Hasao District Disaster Management Authority (DDMA) to issue an advisory requesting people not to venture out from 2nd May 2024 till 4th May 2024 until the rain subsides or the situation turns normal.
Due to the current weather situation, all educational institutions in the district remained closed until May 4. The Jatinga-Harangajao stretch at National Highway-27 has been completely closed for all vehicles on 2nd May due to heavy rainfall. Additionally, landslides between Jatinga-Lampur and New Harangajao have disrupted railway services in the area. Areas such as Ramnagar in Haflong were inundated by water from Haflong Lake, while landslides at many locations, including Haflong Government College and Haflong town area, were also reported. As a precautionary measure, power supply has been cut off to avoid any potential incidents. Although there are no reports of power line snaps, poles have been damaged at Maibang.
Disruption in Communication
The Haflong-Silchar road communication has been severely disrupted since the road between Harangajao and Miyungkhro has been washed away, leaving a large number of vehicles stranded on both sides. On 1st May 2024, a bus traveling from Tripura to Guwahati met with an accident at Harangajao, resulting in the death of one youth identified as Raj Debbarma, with several others sustaining injuries. The situation remains critical in Dima Hasao district as authorities work to manage the aftermath of the heavy rainfall and landslides. People are advised to stay indoors and avoid venturing out until the situation improves.
FAQ
Q: What led to the flood-like situation and landslides in Assam’s Dima Hasao district?
A: Heavy rainfall since 1st May 2024 night caused a flood-like situation and landslides in several parts of the hill district.
Q: What precautionary measures have been taken in response to the weather situation in Dima Hasao?
A: The Dima Hasao District Disaster Management Authority has issued an advisory requesting people not to venture out and all educational institutions in the district remained closed until May 4.
Conclusion
The heavy rainfall in Assam’s Dima Hasao district has resulted in a challenging situation with landslides, floods, and disruption in communication. Authorities are working diligently to manage the aftermath and ensure the safety of residents. It is crucial for people to adhere to safety advisories, stay indoors, and avoid unnecessary travel until the situation normalizes.
