Landslides and Flash Floods Wreak Havoc in Arunachal Pradesh

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Nine people have lost their lives in separate rain-related incidents across Arunachal Pradesh, with landslides and flash floods wreaking havoc in various parts of the state. In East Kameng district, a massive landslide swept away a vehicle on National Highway 13, killing all seven occupants. The state home minister, Mama Natun, expressed grief over the loss of lives and urged citizens to avoid night travel in landslide-prone areas during the monsoon season. Heavy rains have also led to flash floods in Upper Subansiri district, affecting over 100 families, and a red alert has been issued by the India Meteorological Department, forecasting extremely heavy rainfall in isolated pockets.

Key Takeaways:

  • At least nine people lost their lives in separate rain-related incidents across Arunachal Pradesh, with landslides and flash floods causing widespread destruction.
  • A massive landslide in East Kameng district swept away a vehicle on National Highway 13, killing all seven occupants.
  • The state home minister, Mama Natun, expressed grief over the loss of lives and urged citizens to avoid night travel in landslide-prone areas during the monsoon season.
  • Heavy rains led to flash floods in Upper Subansiri district, affecting over 100 families.
  • The Sigin River overflowed, flooding several residential areas, including Sigin-I, Sigin-II, Sigin-III, Sinyik Colony, Polo Colony, Tikre Colony, and the burial ground area.
  • The India Meteorological Department (IMD) issued a red alert for Arunachal Pradesh, forecasting extremely heavy rainfall in isolated pockets.
  • A moderate to high risk of flash floods has been flagged in several districts, including East Kameng, East Siang, Dibang Valley, and West Kameng, over the next 24 hours.
  • Authorities have been placed on alert, with disaster response teams and local administrations closely monitoring the evolving situation.

Statistics:

  • 9 people lost their lives in separate rain-related incidents.
  • 7 people were killed in the landslide on National Highway 13 in East Kameng district.
  • 2 labourers were killed and 2 others rescued after a landslide struck near the Pine Grove area in Lower Subansiri district.
  • Over 100 families were affected by flash floods in Upper Subansiri district.
  • The Sigin River overflowed, flooding residential areas.

Sources:

  • Hindustan Times