High Alert Issued For Landslides In Four Uttarakhand Districts Amid Heavy Rain Forecast
The IMD has predicted heavy to very heavy rainfall during this period, significantly increasing the risk of slope failures, mudslides, and road blockages
The State Emergency Operations Centre (SEOC) in Uttarakhand has issued a high-alert warning for potential landslides in four districts—Tehri, Uttarkashi, Rudraprayag, and Chamoli—following alarming forecasts from the Geological Survey of India (GSI) and the India Meteorological Department (IMD).
According to the SEOC's bulletin dated July 6, the warning applies specifically to July 7 and 8, with anticipated landslides across several vulnerable subdivisions, including Chamoli, Rudraprayag, Ukhimath, Ghansali, Narendra Nagar, Dhanaulti, Dunda, and Chinyalisaur.
The IMD has predicted heavy to very heavy rainfall during this period, significantly increasing the risk of slope failures, mudslides, and road blockages in these hilly regions. Authorities have advised residents and tourists to remain cautious and avoid travel to affected areas during the alert window.
In light of the heightened landslide threat in Uttarakhand, the State Emergency Operations Centre (SEOC) has instructed all district magistrates and disaster management bodies to activate comprehensive precautionary protocols. These directives include maintaining a state of heightened vigilance across administrative levels, controlling vehicular movement, and ensuring swift disaster response readiness.
All nodal officers under the Incident Response System (IRS) have been ordered to stay on high alert. Local officials—including revenue inspectors, village development officers, and gram panchayat functionaries—must remain present in their assigned areas to respond immediately to any emerging threat. Police stations and outposts are to be equipped with wireless communication systems and disaster relief tools at all times.
Humanitarian And Safety Protocols
Provisions for food and medical assistance must be arranged in anticipation of people being stranded due to road closures or landslides. Special vigilance has been advised in schools to protect children, with institutional authorities urged to remain cautious. Tourist access to high-altitude Himalayan regions is to be restricted, and both vehicular and pedestrian movement must be suspended during periods of intense rainfall.
Public Communication And Infrastructure Preparedness
District information officers have been directed to widely disseminate the alert using print and electronic media, urging residents to avoid unnecessary travel. In sensitive or high-risk zones, prominent signage must be installed, and heavy machinery such as earthmovers and excavators must be positioned for immediate deployment.
Finally, the SEOC has mandated that any developments related to natural disasters be reported without delay to the state control room through designated emergency contact numbers, ensuring real-time coordination and response.
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July 07, 2025, 07:02 IST
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