Kohima: The Nagaland State Disaster Management Authority (NSDMA), Home Department, has notified an unprecedented windstorm that caused extensive damage across the state.
The NSDMA informed that reports of destruction have been received from Kohima, Kiphire, and Noklak districts.
In Kohima, fallen trees due to strong winds damaged several parked vehicles in the Raj Bhavan colony, creating havoc in some VIP quarters. A wildfire was reported in the Forest Colony area. The State Disaster Response Force (SDRF), along with other line departments, has been mobilised to assess the situation and ensure public safety.
Significant damages were also reported from Kiphire and Noklak districts, where households in Seyochung and Kiusam circles, as well as Nokyan B Village in Noklak, sustained severe impacts. The NSDMA is coordinating with the District Disaster Management Authorities (DDMAs) for further assessment.
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