Guwahati, Jul 20 (PTI) Several landslides were reported in Guwahati on Monday, with the authorities issuing an alert for more rainfall in the city over the next 24 hours, aggravating the situation.
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Metropolitan District Commissioner Swapneel Paul said landslides were reported from at least five locations, though no casualties have been reported so far.
The affected areas include Kamakhya main road beyond Prashanti Lodge, Kamakhya Colony near Ganesh Mandir, Paschim Kamakhya village near the water tanker, Pandu Temple Ghat and Madhavdevnagar in Maligaon, he said.
People have been advised to avoid unnecessary travel in hilly areas of the district, particularly around Maligaon and Pandu, he said.
Paul also said traffic movement on the road leading to the Kamakhya temple may be regulated because of recurring landslides, which could delay devotees visiting the shrine.
Meanwhile, the Assam State Disaster Management Authority (ASDMA), citing the India Meteorological Department’s forecast, warned of moderate to heavy rainfall (6-12 cm in 24 hours), accompanied by thunderstorms and lightning, across Guwahati.
The expected rainfall could aggravate waterlogging, urban flooding, flash floods, traffic congestion and increase the risk of landslides in vulnerable areas, the ASDMA said.
The district administration and the ASDMA said they were closely monitoring the situation and had kept emergency response systems on alert.
Residents, especially those living in low-lying and hillside areas, have been asked to remain vigilant and watch for signs of flooding or landslides.
The ASDMA also requested government and private establishments to allow employees to work from home, wherever feasible, in view of the weather forecast.
People have been advised to avoid unnecessary travel during periods of intense rainfall and follow official weather updates and advisories issued by the authorities, it added. PTI TR TR SOM
