Jhapa Administration Issues High Alert for Flooding and Waterlogging Due to Heavy Rainfall Forecast
Summary
Jhapa District Administration has issued a high alert for heavy rainfall-induced flooding and waterlogging, with relief agencies and security forces on standby for disaster management and rescue operations.
Key Points
- The Department of Hydrology and Meteorology predicts heavy to very heavy rainfall in eastern Terai and Jhapa district on June 30 and July 1.
- Jhapa District Administration has urged residents in flood-prone riverine areas to exercise caution and avoid traveling near rivers and streams.
- Relief and security agencies including the Nepali Army, Nepal Police, Armed Police Force, and Nepal Red Cross Society are on standby with relief materials to respond to potential floods.
- Community-level disaster response training was conducted to enhance rescue capabilities in five municipalities of Jhapa district.
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