March 31, Kohima: Nagaland is expected to experience unsettled weather conditions until April 3rd.
The Nagaland State Disaster Management Authority, in an advisory issued today, stated that thunderstorms accompanied by lightning, moderate to heavy rainfall, and gusty winds of 30 to 40 kilometers per hour are expected at isolated to scattered locations.
Districts including Peren, Dimapur, Kohima, Wokha, Tuensang, Kiphire, Mokokchung, Longleng, and Phek are likely to experience thunderstorms with lightning and strong surface winds today and tomorrow. Similar weather conditions are also expected in Chümoukedima, Mon, Niuland, Tseminyu, and other districts during the forecast period.
The authority cautioned that heavy rainfall and strong winds may lead to poor visibility and other disruptions.
The NSDMA has urged the public to remain vigilant, avoid taking shelter under trees or near electric poles during lightning, stay indoors during storms, secure loose structures, and avoid unnecessary travel during intense rainfall.
For real-time alerts and verified updates, it has advised citizens to use the Safer Nagaland App.