Northeast Desk, 30th May: In response to the persistent heavy rainfall and strong winds brought by Cyclone Remal, the Meghalaya government has issued advisories to the public. The Deputy Commissioner and Chairman of the District Disaster Management Authority, East Jaintia Hills District, Khliehriat, highlighted that traffic has been obstructed due to landslides and waterlogging on several stretches of National Highway 06 and other roads.
In a recent press release, authorities noted that NH-06 at Byndihati is blocked due to a landslide, with traffic expected to remain closed for 4-6 hours. Additionally, NH-06 at Mynkre and Umtyra is inaccessible for low-clearance vehicles due to waterlogging. Other affected areas include NH-06 near the Sonapyrdi Tunnel and PWD roads near Shnongrim, the Dkhiah-Saipung-Sutnga-Moulsei-Haflong (DSSMH) road, and the Borghat-Sonapur road, which have all been impacted by landslides.
The public is advised to avoid unnecessary travel and to carry sufficient food and water if travel on the affected routes is unavoidable. Authorities also urge adherence to traffic regulations, maintaining lanes, avoiding parking near trees, and staying inside vehicles if caught in traffic jams to protect against thunderstorms and lightning.
Additionally, the Deputy Commissioner has issued guidelines for staying safe during intense thunder and lightning. These include:
- Seeking shelter indoors.
- Avoiding contact with electrical conductors, water bodies, elevated areas, and tall objects.
- Crouching down with feet together and hands over ears if caught outside with no shelter.
- Keeping windows and doors closed.
- Avoiding the use of corded phones.
- Refraining from carrying or being in contact with metal objects.
Authorities emphasize the importance of vigilance and taking necessary precautions during these severe weather conditions to ensure public safety.
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