Continuous Vigil on Flood Situation in View of Murusu Cyclone: District Collector Dr G Lakshmisha

VIJAYAWADA: NTR District Collector Dr G Lakshmisha said that the district administration is maintaining continuous vigil over the flood situation in view of the Murusu cyclone and has put comprehensive precautionary measures in place to prevent any loss of life or property.

As part of the preparedness measures, the Budameru region has been divided into 25 sectors to effectively monitor and manage potential flood threats. A district-level officer has been appointed as a special officer for each sector to oversee the situation and coordinate necessary relief and rescue operations.

The Collector directed officials to continuously monitor the flow of floodwater in Budameru and its diversion channels. He stressed the need to inspect the strength of embankments and take all necessary precautionary measures in advance. Special attention is being paid to ensuring that there are no obstructions to the smooth flow of floodwater.

The district administration is identifying vulnerable and low-lying areas and alerting residents about possible flood risks. Relief and rehabilitation centres have been kept ready to shift people to safer locations wherever necessary. All essential infrastructure, basic amenities and emergency assistance arrangements have been provided at these centres.

The sector-level special officers are remaining available in the field and continuously reviewing the situation to ensure an effective and coordinated response. The Collector emphasized that protecting human lives and public and private property remains the top priority of the district administration.

He appealed to the public to remain alert, follow official instructions and cooperate with the authorities during the ongoing precautionary measures.

The District Command and Control Room is available round the clock to provide necessary assistance.

Helpline Number: 9154970454

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Dasari Srinivasa Rao

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Dasari Srinivasa Rao is a Staff Reporter with The Hans India, covering NTR and Krishna districts, with a primary focus on Vijayawada. He has 32 years of experience in journalism. His reporting spans a wide range of beats, including city and rural development, politics, irrigation, education, crime, and human-interest stories.

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