Assam rains: One dead, one missing; disaster alert issued in Guwahati

Guwahati: One person died, and another one remained missing as rains triggered urban floods affecting 39 locations in Kamrup Metro district. Assam State Disaster Management Authority sounded an alert in Assam's capital town Guwahati due to prediction of more rains.

Assam State Disaster Management Authority said this on Thursday, adding that the affected areas belong to three revenue circles in the district --Guwahati, Dispur and Sonapur.

Incessant rains for several hours led to waterlogging in several areas of the affected circles leading to flash floods.


The Indian Meteorological Department predicting heavy rainfall across Guwahati city in next 24 hours, the Assam State Disaster Management Authority (ASDMA) has requested the people of Guwahati to take all necessary precautions and remain vigilant.

Daily commuters and long-distance travellers are requested to plan their routines accordingly, avoiding unnecessary movement during periods of intense rainfall, the ASDMA said in a statement adding that residents in low-lying and hillside areas should stay alert for any signs of flooding or landslides. The public is also urged to stay tuned to official weather updates and follow advisories issued by local authorities to ensure safety during this prolonged spell of rain.

The ASDMA statement said that it would update the status of the situation from time to time for general awareness.

IMD has predicted the likelihood of heavy to very heavy rainfall with thunderstorms & lightning is expected to occur across various parts of Guwahati city in next 24 hours.

The weather pattern suggests that rainfall with thunderstorm and lightning (upto 6 cm/24 hours) is very likely occur at most places of the city along with intense spell of rainfall (2-3 cm/hour) in coming 24 hours which may aggravate water logging, slow vehicular movement, and increase the risk of localized landslides in vulnerable pockets.