Chamba braces for severe weather conditions till May 7

The Chamba District Disaster Management Authority (DDMA) has issued a public advisory warning of potentially severe weather conditions in the region through to May 7. Based on alerts from the India Meteorological Department (IMD), the district is expected to witness heavy rainfall, strong winds, thunderstorms, hailstorms and an increased risk of landslides during this period.

The advisory includes a Yellow Alert for Monday and an Orange Alert for May 6 and 7, signalling the possibility of intense weather events such as hail and cloudbursts.

A DDMA spokesperson urged residents and travellers in vulnerable areas to exercise extreme caution. People are advised to stay away from rivers, streams and landslide-prone hillsides, avoid unnecessary travel and ensure livestock are kept in safe shelters.

The official stressed the importance of adhering to all directions issued by the administration and encouraged the public to remain

in close contact with local authorities in case of

emergencies.

The spokesperson also recommended downloading the ‘Sachet’ mobile application, developed by the National Disaster Management Authority. The spokesperson said the app offers real-time alerts and information on natural disasters, including storms, heavy rain and landslides, helping users stay informed and prepared.

Emergency contact numbers, including a toll-free helpline, have been made available by the DDMA to assist the public throughout this period of heightened weather risk.