Lightning safety programme to give early & accurate warnings
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Lucknow: With over 45 lives lost in the last week's unseasonal rainfall and thunderstorms, the state govt is planning to bolster district-level emergency operation centres and launch a lightning safety programme to educate the public about life-saving practices during extreme weather conditions.
Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath has directed departments to ensure that timely alerts are issued ahead of severe weather activity. Public awareness campaigns focusing on educating people about precautionary measures, especially during lightning and storm events, are to be carried out at the earliest.
"There have been unexpected and extreme weather events during the peak summer month of May, including unseasonal rainfall, strong winds, hailstorms and lightning strikes.
Keeping this in mind, the govt is stepping up its efforts to minimise damage and safeguard lives and property across the state," said a govt spokesperson.
With the full monsoon season, from June to Sept, still ahead, the govt is adopting a proactive and comprehensive strategy to reduce disaster-related casualties and damage, he added.
Under the awareness campaigns, citizens are being advised to stay indoors during adverse weather, avoid open fields, tall trees, metal structures and water sources.
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They are also being urged to download safety apps like Damini or Sachet for real-time weather updates. Emergency helpline numbers for immediate assistance are also being actively promoted.
Recognising that climate-related disasters are no longer confined to the monsoon season, the govt is working to strengthen its disaster management infrastructure, like upgrading the district-level emergency operation centres and launching a lightning safety programme.
In addition to early warnings and preparedness, the govt is also working to provide swift post-disaster support. "Families affected by weather-related tragedies are being provided both emotional and financial assistance without delay, ensuring that no one is left behind in times of crisis," the official said.
Meanwhile, the weather department is working on setting up a lightning detection system. The State Disaster Management Authority will be installing an advanced lightning detection system across the state using Time of Arrival (TOA) technology. This system is more accurate in predicting the time and location of lightning strikes.
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