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IMD Warns of Heavy Rain, Thunderstorms in Arunachal Pradesh

IMD Warns of Heavy Rain, Thunderstorms in Arunachal Pradesh
IMD predicts heavy rain, thunderstorms in several Arunachal districts over next 2 days · theprint.in

The Indian Meteorological Department (IMD) has warned that several districts in Arunachal Pradesh will experience heavy rain and thunderstorms over the next two days.

Papum Pare district is expected to receive very heavy rainfall, which could cause flooding and disrupt daily activities.

Other districts like East Siang, Lohit, Namsai, Longding, Lower Subansiri, and Lower Dibang Valley are also likely to face heavy rain and thunderstorms.

The ongoing monsoon has already caused significant damage, including the loss of lives, injuries, and extensive damage to infrastructure and crops.

Residents and authorities are advised to stay alert and take precautions.

Key facts

Affected Districts
Papum Pare, East Siang, Lohit, Namsai, Longding, Lower Subansiri, Lower Dibang Valley
Rainfall Prediction
Very heavy rainfall (12-20 cm in 24 hours) in Papum Pare; heavy rainfall (6-11 cm in 24 hours) in other districts
Impact on Infrastructure
Damage to 198 roads, 38 bridges, 30 culverts, 265 water supply schemes, 156 power lines, 239 electric poles, 63 government buildings, 24 schools, 46 fish ponds, 21 retaining walls, 16 flood protection walls
Crop Damage
733.66 hectares of crop area damaged, including 419 hectares of horticulture plantations and 314.66 hectares of agricultural land
Forest Area Affected
1,010 hectares of forest area
Casualties and Injuries
7 lives lost, 29 people injured
Affected Population
1,49,392 people affected

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