Forecast: Heavy rainfall

SHILLONG, AUG 18: The National Weather Forecasting Centre of the Indian Meteorological Department (IMD) has forecast heavy to very heavy rainfall in a few isolated places of Meghalaya and Assam from August 19 to 21.

In this regard, the Deputy Commissioner & Chairman, District Disaster Management Authority, West Garo hills district has issued a warning to inhabitants residing in vulnerable areas like Rishipara, Beldalpara, Dobasipara, Dobakkol, Mondoltilla, Hawakhana, Akonggre, Teteng Aja, Reserve Gittim and Gongadamal to shift to safer places if there is risk to their lives and properties due to incessant rain.- By Our Reporter