RESCUE DISASTER MANAGEMENT
Nagaland: Five feared drowned amid flooding and landslide
Five individuals, including two children, are feared drowned in Nagaland due to extreme weather events with ongoing flooding and landslides caused by heavy rainfall from the southwest monsoon, resulting in fatalities and infrastructure damage. Search operations are ongoing for missing bodies, with various districts affected by landslides, road blockages, and evacuations, prompting the Nagaland State Disaster Management Authority to issue alerts and forecasts for continued rainfall until July 9.
IAF rescues 13 fishermen stranded on Brahmaputra island in Assam, 3 dead in Mizoram landslides
In Mizoram, a landslide resulted in three deaths, including a four-year-old girl, after heavy rains caused the partial burial of a tin-roofed concrete building near Aizawl. Simultaneously, the Indian Air Force (IAF) rescued 13 fishermen stranded on a flooded Brahmaputra island in Assam's Dibrugarh district. I
Assam flood situation critical, 13 stranded fishermen rescued by IAF
Earlier on Sunday, the IAF had rescued 8 State Disaster Response Force (SDRF) personnel and a revenue official from Jonai in Dhemaji district when they were stranded in another sandbar area during relief operations. Dibrugarh district has been severely affected in the current wave with the major town in Upper Assam inundated for the sixth consecutive day.
Over 1,61,000 people affected by floods in Assam; landslide kills 5
Heavy flooding and landslides have caused significant devastation in Assam and Meghalaya. In Assam, floods have affected over 1.61 lakh people across 15 districts since Cyclone Remal hit in May, resulting in approximately 30 deaths. Karimganj district is the worst hit, with 1,52,133 people affected and extensive damage to crops and livestock. Rescue efforts are ongoing, with 5,114 people taking shelter in relief camps amid submerged villages.
Cyclone preparedness: 76 multi-purpose shelters built in coastal districts of Gujarat
The Gujarat government, with the Centre and World Bank, has built 76 multi-purpose cyclone shelters (MPCS), mainly in coastal districts, to save lives during natural calamities. Cyclones have become frequent on the 1,600 km-long coastline of Gujarat, and actively relocating people from affected areas to safe locations is crucial before such disasters strike, the state government said in an official release.
Assam floods: Death toll touches 25, over 10 districts affected
The Assam State Disaster Management Authority (ASDMA) reported that 5 people drowned in Cachar district, a woman died in Nagaon district, and a child died due to urban flooding in Kamrup (Metro) district on Tuesday.
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Sri Lanka closes schools as floods and mudslides leave 10 dead and 6 others missing
Sri Lanka closed schools on Monday as heavy rain triggered floods and mudslides in many parts of the island nation, leaving at least 10 people dead and six others missing, officials said. The education ministry announced that the reopening of schools would depend on how the weather develops.
Cyclone Remal floods Manipur, state govt declares two-day holiday till May 31
Continuous rainfall due to cyclone Remal caused flooding in Manipur. The state government has launched rescue operations and declared a two-day public holiday. Departments handling essential services will remain operational. Fishermen assisted in evacuating flood-affected people. NDRF personnel and additional resources have been deployed for rescue efforts. Landslides and road disruptions have also been reported in different districts.
Death toll rises to 29 in Mizoram's Aizawl district after stone quarry collapse and landslides
Mizoram's Aizawl district has seen a stone quarry collapse and landslides, resulting in 29 deaths and seven missing people. Search operations are ongoing to locate the seven missing people, who may have been trapped under debris. Heavy rain and landslides damaged 81 houses and partially damaged 46 others in various districts.
Cyclone Remal: Depression to weaken over eastern Assam
The India Meteorological Department has forecasted Cyclone Remal to weaken into a low-pressure area over eastern Assam by Tuesday evening. The cyclone wreaked havoc in various districts, leading to at least 15 deaths, several injuries, infrastructure damage, and disruptions like road closures and fallen trees. Rescue and response teams are actively working to address the aftermath of the storm.
Mizoram: 17 dead, several missing as stone quarry collapses amid rains; schools, banks and govt offices remain closed
Twelve people died in a stone quarry collapse in Aizawl district, Mizoram, due to incessant rain. A red alert is issued for Arunachal Pradesh. Efforts are ongoing to rescue the trapped individuals under the debris.
Cyclone Remal: One dead in Kolkata, death toll in Bangladesh rises to 10, around 30,000 homes destroyed
Cyclone Remal, after making landfall in West Bengal and Bangladesh, continues to move northwards with gradual weakening. The storm has caused significant damage to infrastructure, power outages, and disruptions in transportation. Extensive precautionary measures, including mass evacuations and setting up shelters, were taken. Both countries experienced severe flooding and damage, particularly in the Sunderbans delta. Authorities are working to clear debris and restore services as the cyclone weakens.
Cyclone Remal hits Bangladesh coast as authorities evacuate over 8 lakh people
Severe cyclonic storm 'Remal' made landfall in Bangladesh, prompting the evacuation of over 800,000 people. The storm crossed the West Bengal coast and caused casualties, emphasizing the need for sufficient cyclone shelter capacity.
Govt needs to further expand PLI scheme to make India 'Global Drone Hub': Report
As per the Ministry of Civil Aviation projections, the Indian drone manufacturing industry is expected to reach Rs 900 crore by 2025 from just Rs 60 crore in 2020-21, according to a study conducted by Nexgen Exhibitions. It also noted that the Indian drone market is expected to grow at 22.15 per cent CAGR (compounded annual growth rate) during the 2024-30 period.
Iran President's helicopter crash: Authorities dispatch forces to site after rescue teams detect 'fuel smell'
Iran's search operation for the crashed helicopter carrying President Ebrahim Raisi intensified, with the Iran Red Crescent and IRGC chief Major General Hossein Salami on-site in East Azerbaijan. The helicopter, which made a "hard landing," carried Raisi, Foreign Minister Hossein Amir-Abdollahian, and other officials. Several countries, including Russia and Turkey, have sent rescue teams and equipment to assist. The EU activated its rapid response mapping service, while Iran expressed gratitude for international support in the search and rescue efforts.
Tamil Nadu rain: Flash flood at Old Courtallam falls in Tenkasi kills teenager, video of fierce flow of water goes viral with 1 crore views
In a tragic incident at Old Courtallam Falls in Tenkasi district, Tamil Nadu, a 17-year-old boy lost his life to a flash flood triggered by heavy rainfall. Identified as Ashwin, he was swept away while bathing. Authorities, including the district collector and police, conducted a rescue operation, recovering Ashwin's body. In response, authorities have banned bathing at falls in the district. Meanwhile, heavy rainfall alerts continue across Tamil Nadu until May 22.
Mumbai hoarding collapse: Search and rescue operation called off at Ghatkopar crash site, says NDRF
The BMC ended the search and rescue mission at the Ghatkopar hoarding collapse site in Mumbai after 66 hours. The NDRF official confirmed the decision following the retrieval of 16 bodies, including a retired ATC general manager and his wife, with 75 others injured. The operation concluded after cutting five girders.
All hoardings need structural stability certificate, says BMC Commissioner on Ghatkopar tragedy
The BMC Commissioner stated that Maharashtra Chief Minister Eknath Shinde has ordered all hoardings to be checked. "All the hoardings need a structural stability certificate. They need to follow the specifications of size, foundation and the wind velocity that passes through to provide the necessary stability. Three more hoardings are being removed," he said.
Rajasthan mine lift collapse: Hindustan Copper Ltd official dies, 14 others rescued
A tragic incident occurred at Hindustan Copper Limited's Kolihan mine in Rajasthan, claiming the life of Chief Vigilance Officer Upendra Pandey. A lift transporting personnel collapsed, trapping 15 individuals, including Pandey. Despite rescue efforts, he succumbed to injuries. Investigations by both HCL and police are underway.
Kolkata building collapse triggers war of words between TMC and BJP ahead of Lok Sabha polls
The tragedy triggered a war of words between the TMC and the opposition BJP with the leader of the opposition in West Bengal assembly, Suvendu Adhikari, accusing the TMC-led Kolkata Municipal Corporation (KMC) of illegally filling up water bodies in collusion with local politicians and police.
India and Switzerland to collaborate on urban search and rescue
The International Search and Rescue Advisory Group (INSARAG), of which Switzerland is a founding member, is a UN based and globally recognised benchmark of the abilities of USAR teams making themselves available for international assistance.
China earthquake: Rescue efforts conclude as authorities start post-disaster management in Jishishan County
The devastating Jishishan earthquake that rattled Northwest China overnight has led to a total of 131 fatalities, including 113 in Gansu Province and 18 in Qinghai Province. Nearly 1,000 people are reported injured, while 16 remain missing.
Uttarakhand Silkyara tunnel: All 41 workers successfully rescued, rescuers over the moon
The ambulances waiting at the site took them to a community health centre where a special 41-bed ward was set up for them. As the youngest of the workers, who was the first to be evacuated, emerged out of the tunnel, he was greeted with hugs and cheers as a sense of relief and hope spread.
Uttarkashi: Protection umbrella being laid inside Silkyara tunnel for rescue team
Apart from that, as part of efforts to provide assurance to 41 workers trapped in the Silkyara tunnel and relieve their stress, Bharat Sanchar Nigam Limited (BSNL) has stepped in to provide them with a landline through which they can talk to their families.
Silkyara tunnel: Hurdles in the way delay rescue operation
Former advisor to the PMO, Bhaskar Khulbe, who was at the site, said an iron mesh which had come in the path of the drilling machine that was creating an escape path for workers, was removed in the morning. "Removing the mesh in a claustrophobic environment inside the pipe was difficult and the problem was compounded by lack of oxygen," said Khulbe.
Silkyara tunnel collapse: Top disaster management body to frame SOP on tunnel rescue
When contacted, NDMA (member) Syed Ata Hasnain told ET, "NDMA ensures that it does a post-event analysis of all major incidents and challenging disasters. The rescue team's experience will be documented and an SOP on tunnel rescue will be prepared in consultation with the other stakeholders."
Workers may be rescued in few hours or by tomorrow: NDMA on Silkyara tunnel collapse
The National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA) has expressed optimism about the successful rescue of 41 workers trapped inside the Silkyara tunnel in Uttarakhand in the next few hours or by Friday. NDMA member Lt Gen (retd) Syed Ata Hasnain emphasized that speculating on the timeline is akin to fighting a war, and rescue operations may face 3-4 more hurdles in horizontal drilling.
Uttarkashi tunnel collapse: Good news for 41 workers soon
NHIDCL MD Mahmood Ahmad told reporters that the stretch between 40 metre and 50 metre is "the most crucial". "If we don't face any hurdle and go at the same pace we may get some good news late Wednesday night or Thursday morning," he said.
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