1. Severe flooding in Namsai and Wakro circles due to continuous rainfall over five days.
2. C J Mannou, a Water Resources Division official, issued a warning on the escalating flood situation.
3. 34 villages were affected, with rivers like Kamlang and Tengapani posing serious threats due to overflow.
Itanagar, July 01: Continuous rainfall over the past five days has caused severe flooding in Namsai district and Wakro circle of Lohit district, impacting a total of 34 villages.
C J Mannou, an official from the Water Resources Division, issued a warning today, highlighting the escalating flood situation in the region.
The overflow of the Kamlang River into the Barreng River and the surge of the Tengapani River into the Tiyang River have exacerbated the crisis, posing serious threats to villages along their banks.
The Jengthu and Noa-Dehing rivers are also flowing dangerously high, increasing concerns about potential bank erosion.
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Local authorities are actively engaged in efforts to mitigate risks and protect residents. Mannou has urged the Deputy Commissioners of Namsai and Lohit to implement stringent precautionary measures.
Villagers have been advised to remain vigilant and avoid approaching river banks to prevent any potential accidents.
The affected villages include the Wakro circles in the Lohit district, such as Wakhetliang, Manyuliang, and Pukhuri, as well as various circles in the Namsai district, including Kherem, Pankhao, Memey, and others.
