siaha district disaster management plan – 2019 - 1
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TABLEOFCONTENTS
Chapter Topic PageNo.
Preface 6
Listofimportanttelephonenumbers 7
1. Introduction 10
1.1 AimsandObjectiveoftheDDMP 101.2 AuthorityofDDMP 10
1.3 EvolutionofDDMP 11
1.4 Stakeholdersandtheirresponsibilities 11
1.5 HowtouseDDMPframework 12
1.6ApprovalMechanismofDDMP 12
1.7 SetupofDDMA 13
1.8 PlanReviewandupdation 13
2. Hazard,Vulnerability,Capacity&RiskAssessment 14
2.1.1 Socio–economicprofileofthedistrict 14
2.1.2 Matrixofpastdisastersinthedistrict 15
2.1.3 HazardRiskVulnerabilityAssessment 17
2.2.1 HazardAnalysis 22
2.2.2 VulnerabilityAnalysis 24
2.2.3 CapacitiesandResourcesAnalysis 28
3. InstitutionalArrangementsforDM 33
3.3.1 DMorganizationalstructureatthenationallevel 33
3.3.2 DM organizational structure at the state levelincludingIRSinthestate
33
3.3.3 DMorganizationalstructureatthedistrictlevel 35
3.3.3.1 DistrictAdvisoryCommitteeonDM 35
3.3.3.2 IRSintheDistrict 35
3.3.3.3 EOCsetupandfacilitiesavailable 37
3.3.3.4 AlternateEOC 39
3.3.4 Public and Private emergency service facilitiesavailableinthedistrict
39
3.3.5 Forecastingandwarningagencies 42
4. PreventionandMitigationMeasures 43
4.1 PreventionandMitigationPlanforeachhazard 43
4.2 Mitigation 43
4.3 PreventiveMeasuresforearthquake 44
4.4 PreventiveMeasuresforflood 44
4.5 PreventiveMeasuresforcyclone 44
4.6 PreventiveMeasuresforlandslide 45
4.7 PreventiveMeasuresfordrought 45
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4.8 PreventiveMeasuresforHailstorm 46
4.9 PreventiveMeasuresforPestattack 46
4.10 MitigationMeasuresforcropsagainstfrost&coldwave 46
4.11 Livestockmanagementduringdisasters 47
4.12 MitigationStrategyofsomegovernmentdepartments 47
4.13 EarlyWarninganddisseminationsystem 50
4.13.1 Disseminationofwarning 51
4.14 DamBurstScenario&ItsContingencyPlan 52
5. PreparednessMeasures 54
5.1 Identificationofstakeholders 54
5.2 Formationofteams 54
5.3 ActivationofIRSinthedistrict 54
5.4 Protocolforseekinghelpfromotheragencies 55
5.5 Mechanismforcheckingandcertificationoflogistics 55
5.6 Operationalcheck-upofwarningsystem 55
5.7 Seasonalinspectionoffacilities&criticalinfrastructure 55
5.8 CommandandCoordination 55
5.9 QuickResponseTeam 56
5.10 NGOandstakeholderscoordination 56
5.11 Seasonalpreparednessforfloodandcyclone 58
5.12 Communitypreparedness 59
5.12.1 Communitywarningsystem 59
5.12.2 Communityawareness,education 59
5.12.3 Community’sresponsibility 60
5.12.4 Sensitizationofcommunityabouttheneedofpersonswithdisabilities
60
5.13 StandardOperatingProcedures 61
5.13.1 ProtocolandarrangementofVIPvisits 62
5.13.2 Procurement 62
5.13.3 Logistics 62
5.14 Knowledgemanagement,networkingandsharing 62
5.15 Mediamanagement/informationdissemination 63
5.16 Medicalpreparednessandmasscasualtymanagement 63
5.17 TeamofEx-MilitaryPersonnel 63
5.18 RoleofDistrictLegalSeriveAuthority 64
6. CapacityBuildingandTrainingMeasures 65
6.1 Approach 65
6.2 InstitutionalCapacityBuildingPlan 65
6.3 Community awareness & community preparednessplanning
66
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6.4 Capacitybuildingofcommunitytaskforce 67
6.5 Simulationexercise 67
6.6 DisasterManagementEducation 67
6.7 FocusonSchoolsafety 67
7. ResponseandReliefMeasures 69
7.1 Responseplanning,preparednessandassessment 69
7.2 Quickassessmentofdamageandneed 69
7.3 ResponseFlowChart 69
7.3.1 Rescueoperation 70
7.3.2 Reliefoperation 70
7.3.3 Rehabilitation 71
7.4 Warningandalert 71
7.4.1 Earlywarningsystem 71
7.4.2 Warningdissemination 72
7.5 DistrictCrisisManagementGroupmeeting 72
7.6 ActivationofEOC 72
7.7 Resourcemobilization 73
7.8 Externalhelpforassistance 73
7.9 Psycho-socialcare 73
7.10 Firstassessmentreport 73
7.11 Mediamanagement/coordination/informationdissemination
73
7.12 DevelopmentofSOPs 74
7.13 Reporting 74
7.14 Demobilizationandwindingup 74
7.15 Hazardspecificresponsibilitymatrix–I 75
7.16 Hazardspecificresponsibilitymatrix–II 76
8. Reconstruction,RehabilitationandRecoveryMeasures 78
8.1 GeneralPolicyGuidelines 78
8.1.1 Minimumstandardinrespectofshelterinreliefcamps 78
8.1.2 Minimumstandardinrespectoffoodinreliefcamps 78
8.1.3 Minimumstandardinrespectofwaterinreliefcamps 78
8.1.4 Minimumstandardinrespectofsanitationinreliefcamps 79
8.1.5 Minimumstandardinrespectofmedicalcoverinreliefcamps
79
8.1.6 Minimumstandard inrespectofwidowsandorphansinreliefcamps
79
8.2 ReliefandRecoveryCoordination 79
8.3 Damageandlossassessment 80
8.4 Restoration 80
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8.5 Reconstruction 80
8.6 Recovery 80
8.7 Insurance 81
9. Procedure&MethodologyforMonitoring,evaluation,
Updation&MaintenanceofDDMP
82
9.1 PreparationandupdationofDDMP 82
9.2 RegularupdatingofDDMP 82
9.3 UploadingofupdatedplanatDM&Rwebsite 82
10. CoordinationMechanismforimplementationofDDMP 83
10.1 Introduction 83
10.2 CoordinationofResponseattheDistrictlevel 83
10.3 Coordinationwithstatedepartment&traininginstitute 83
10.4 CoordinationwithNGOs 83
11. FinancialResourcesforimplementationofDDMP 84
11.1 Stateallocation 84
11.1.1 StateDisasterResponseFund(SDRF) 84
11.1.2 StateDisasterMitigationFund(SDMF) 84
11.2 Districtallocation 84
11.2.1 DistrictDisasterResponseFund(DDRF) 84
11.2.2 DistrictDisasterMitigationFund(DDMF) 84
11.3 Recommendationof13thFinanceCommission 84
12. StandardOperatingProcedures 85
12.1 Introduction 85
12.2 Sequenceofactiontobetakenatthetimeofdisaster 85
12.3 Processtoaccessfinancialandtechnicalresources 85
12.4 ReliefandRehabilitationNorms 85
12.5 HumanitarianReliefandAssistance 86
12.6 Sequenceofactiontobetakenatthetimeofdisaster 86
12.7 SOPforESF 87
12.8 ESF1:Communication 87
12.9 ESF2:Evacuation 90
12.10 ESF3:Search&Rescue 91
12.11 ESF4:Law&Order 91
12.12 ESF5:MedicalResponse&TraumaCounseling 92
12.13 ESF6:Watersupply 94
12.14 ESF7:Relief(Food&shelter) 95
12.15 ESF8:Equipmentsupport,debrisandroadclearance 96
12.16 ESF9:Helpline,warningdissemination 97
12.17 ESF10:Electricity 98
12.18 ESF11:Transportation 99
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12.19 ESFtable 100
12.20 ActionPlanforpolice 101
12.21 ActionPlanforFire&EmergencyServices 102
12.22 ActionPlanforP&E 103
12.23 ActionPlanforBSNL 103
12.24 ActionPlanforPWD 104
12.25 ActionPlanforPHE 105
12.26 ActionPlanforFCS&CA 106
12.27 ActionPlanforTransport 106
12.28 ActionPlanforArmy 106
12.29 CompositionofSearchandRescueteam 107
APPENDIX–I: Importantvillagesdata 109
APPENDIX–II: GovernmentNotification 115
APPENDIX–III Terminology 118
APPENDIX–IV: Abbreviation 120
APPENDIX–V: ListofImportantWebsites 121
Siaha District Disaster Management Plan
Siaha District is one of the oldest districts in Mizoram and is located at the extreme
south of the State. There are two Administrative s
and two Rural Development
District Council (MADC).
The Plan 2019 has been desig
tackling the multi-hazards vulnerabilities and facilitating the execution of activities
prevention, mitigation, preparedness and response through community
participation and involvement.
framework and the guideline
With a view and intention of having reliable and effective
information and data are collected
have been scrupulously screened and checked, re
incorporated in the Plan. Therefore, it is my belief that the Plan will prove
helpful and significant in
response to different types
In this plan, contact numbers of various functionaries under the state governments
and other offices have been added and
and mitigation, certain provisions in respect of some hazards and vulnerabilities are
also incorporated. With this new incorporation, the present plan is believed to
provide new innovative thinking
It is expected that this plan will be resourceful and useful
and other stakeholders who are involved in the
regard to the execution of preventive
response through community participation and involvement.
District Disaster Management Plan – 2019
PREFACE
District is one of the oldest districts in Mizoram and is located at the extreme
There are two Administrative sub-divisions i.e,
and two Rural Development Blocks, i.e Siaha and Tipa Block. It has an Autonomous
has been designed and updated so as to serve a useful purpose in
hazards vulnerabilities and facilitating the execution of activities
prevention, mitigation, preparedness and response through community
participation and involvement. The plan is prepared in accordance with t
the guidelines provided by NDMA.
With a view and intention of having reliable and effective district
information and data are collected from various departments. After such materials
have been scrupulously screened and checked, relevant and useful materials
incorporated in the Plan. Therefore, it is my belief that the Plan will prove
helpful and significant in pursuit of disaster management for better and effective
of disasters.
ntact numbers of various functionaries under the state governments
and other offices have been added and under the chapter of Disaster preparedness
certain provisions in respect of some hazards and vulnerabilities are
h this new incorporation, the present plan is believed to
provide new innovative thinking for making effective mechanism.
It is expected that this plan will be resourceful and useful for government officials
and other stakeholders who are involved in the activity of disaster management with
he execution of preventive measures, mitigation, preparedness and
response through community participation and involvement.
( BHUPESH CHAUDHARY
Deputy Commissioner&
ChairmanDistrict Disaster Management Authority
Siaha District, S
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District is one of the oldest districts in Mizoram and is located at the extreme
divisions i.e, Siaha and Tipa
It has an Autonomous
useful purpose in
hazards vulnerabilities and facilitating the execution of activities
prevention, mitigation, preparedness and response through community
in accordance with the
DM plan, a lot of
various departments. After such materials
levant and useful materials are
incorporated in the Plan. Therefore, it is my belief that the Plan will prove very
pursuit of disaster management for better and effective
ntact numbers of various functionaries under the state governments
under the chapter of Disaster preparedness
certain provisions in respect of some hazards and vulnerabilities are
h this new incorporation, the present plan is believed to
for government officials
activity of disaster management with
, mitigation, preparedness and
BHUPESH CHAUDHARY ) IAS
Deputy Commissioner
Chairman Management Authority
aha District, Siaha
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LISTOFIMPORTANTTELEPHONENUMBERS
S/N FunctionariesContactNumbers
OfficeNo. MobileNo.
1. DeputyCommissioner 222024 93668104242. AdditionalDC 226068 96121523653. Sub-DivisionalOfficer(S) 222042 96122443414. Electionofficer 222056 84150510475. SDC&NodalOfficer,DM&R 226067 81328042746. SuperintendentofPolice 222040 95029318317. Addl.SuperintendentofPolice 226002 85755180168. SDPO - 87001562779. ProjectDirector,DRDA 226166 961215236510. BDO,Siaha 222918 943638087811. BDO,Tipa 280003 986244770612. E.E,PWD 222012 961267141013. E.E,PHE 225065 986284469314. E.E,P&E 222073 961216948215. ChiefMedicalOfficer 222059 943614966316. DistrictMedicalSuperintendent 224059 879418480917. I&PRO 222036 943637939418. ChiefJudicialMagistrate 226020 961269161119. DAO 223032 897484391520. DistrictEducationOfficer 222014 943637653321. GeneralManager,DIC 222048 961290454322. DistrictEmploymentOfficer 222069 943636122523. TreasuryOfficer 222034 -24. DCSO 222050 943615411625. DyCommissionerofTaxes 222081 -26. DVO 224018 986283750327. DHO 226434 986288937528. SuperintendentofExcise 223011 986210897029. Commander,25thAR 222543 940109967330. OC,MRHG 225088 986238484631. SDE,Telecom 226165 943674355332. DRO 223038 943614978433. CoyCdr,1stAR,SiahaCoB 222102 813403490434. MPRO 222032 -35. DIO,NIC 226051 943614936936. Casualty,CivilHospital 102/222006 -37. PoliceStation 100/225052 -38. Fire&EmergencyService 101/223085 -39. ECMHospital 222738 -40. DistrictOrganiser,DEOC 222055 9774478529
OTHERNUMBERS
1. PoliceOutpost,Bazar 2220052. PoliceOutpost,Siahatlah 2230153. Mizofed 222037
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4. Power&Electricity 2250195. PHE 2220996. Circuit 2220397. PWDI.B 2250446. TouristLodge 2225917. HSVCableTV 2222488. NSVCableTV 2221959. StateBankofIndia 22246210. MCAB 22616911. MRB,NewSiaha 22228512. MRB,Vaihpi 22228513. HDFC 22211314. BSNLOffice 22606515. IDBI 22653316. Telephonecomplaint 22200117. PowerHouse 22501918. DistrictJail 22304419. MRHG 22508820. KVK 22410421. AssamRifles 22277722. AOC 22231823. FastTrackCourt 226040
NGO’s1. President,MSO 87299165352. President,MTPHqrs. 98621392713. President,GroupYMA 89743620474. President,MYA 94361493205. President,YLASub-Hqrs. 94361494196. President,MCHP 96122474047. President,LWA 94361494748. President,MHIP 9436379526
LISTOFJOURNALISTS
1. HmaokaoHlychho Editor,Maraland 94850558352. CZ.Hluna Editor,Buannel,DDK 87309704033. M.Baithai Editor,ChhimAw 96129354284. H.Lalliana Editor,SiahaTimes 87310688955. J.JeffreyKhara Editor,Moonlight 94377765636. B.Vanlalhriata Editor,SiahaPost 81189080337. BB.Pacho Editor,Awsicharu 98625526798. CL.Zama Editor,Saikhawpui 94367551229. H.Sabi NewsStringer,DDK 943687160510. V.Pawhla Editor,NSV 986254162711. PT.Lalhnehzova NewsEditor,NSV 943637961612. LalnunkimaPisa Editor,HSV 943637938213. ThathaKhithie Editor,ECN,Tuipang 897458791414. K.Thangvela Editor,Vohbik 986274763315. T.Lalrosiama Editor,TipaExpress 9612243353
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OWNERSOFPRIVATEEARTHMOVERS
S/N Name Address ContactNos.
1. H.Lalchhinga NewColony 94363795112. K.Hrangsu-a NewColony 94361490863. HC.Lalmalsawma CouncilVaih 94361490084. H.Lalawii N.Siaha‘E’ 94361490115. C.Lalawmpuia N.Siaha‘W’ 94361491186. Zamanga NewSiaha 7. Vanlalngaia N.Siaha‘W’ 94368791458. K.HBeihlo NewColony 2220959. K.Sangthanga NewSiaha 22613110. C.Lalthlamuana N.Siaha‘E’ 9436149527
LISTOFTRUCKOWNERS
S/N Name Address ContactNos.
1. H.Lalchhinga NewColony 94363795112. K.Hrangsu-a NewColony 94361490863. N.Nadaw Vengpui 2222574. Vanlalngaia N.Siaha‘W’ 94368791455. AnthonyP.Gangte Vengpui 94361490496. C.Lalawmpuia N.Siaha‘W’ 9436149118
DISTANCEOFVILLAGESFROMSIAHA
Village InKm Village InKm Village InKm
Tuipang 72 Zawngling 86 TuipangL 80Chapui 115 Chakhang 67 Tuisih 68Siata 55 Niawhtlang 30 Chhuarlung 46Khopai 102 Mawhre 100 Laki 114Siatlai 79 Vahai 115 Chheihlu 92Siasi 79 Phusa 58 Lungbun 37Ahmypi 106 KawlchawE 41 Serkawr 53NewSerkawr 48 NewLatawh 41 Laty(Lohry) 67Maila 82 Kaisih 99 Phura 97Lawngban 98 Meipu 126 Lungdar 98Supha 117 Lope 110 Tongkolong 110Lomasu 120 Theiri 56 Zeropoint 29Riasikah 20 LowerTheiva 47 TuipuiFerry 14Rawmibuk 61 Tuisumpui 14 MaubawkCH 36TuipangD 72 Lotai 105 MaubawkL 35Bymary 115 Lungpuk 117
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CHAPTER–1
INTRODUCTION
1.1 AimsandobjectiveofDDMP
Toengageinactivitiesthatmayhelpinminimizingdamagescausedbydisasters
especiallyinruralareas.
To make endeavors towards creating awareness among the people about
disasters and its consequences and to prepare them in advance to face such
situationsandtoensuretheirparticipationinthedisastermitigationplans.
Existing institutional arrangements, inter-departmental linkages, role ofNGO’s,
voluntaryagenciesandlocalcommunitiessoastounderstandtheircapabilities
tomitigate specific disasterswhichwill also facilitate effective coordination in
theiractivitiesintimesofneed.
To act as an agency for the execution of disastermanagement schemes of the
GovernmentandtheNGOs.
To undertake studies on a regular basis to procure Disaster Management
Information – Data base and to engage in the task of risk assessment and
vulnerabilityanalysisbothforthestateanddistricts.
To evolve information reporting and monitoring tools for preparedness,
immediateresponseanddamageassessment,keepinginviewthesocioeconomic
conditionsofurbanandruralareas.
To undertake studies with a view to facilitating the preparation of a
comprehensive ‘DisasterManagementPlan’both for the state and thedistricts
within the state so as to help theGovernment in providing uniformdirectives
from the state government to the district administration and to establish
standardizedresponsetoanydisastersituation.
Toevolvemechanismforsavingchildrenspeciallythosewhoarethevictimsof
floods,droughts,earthquakeandsimilarotherdisastersinruralandurbanareas.
Toestablisheducational&traininginstitutionsforeducatingcommunitiesinthe
areasof“DisasterManagement”and“RuralDevelopment”.
Toensureproperco-ordinationamongstDistrictLevel,Sub-DivisionLevel,Block
levelandVillageLevelDisasterManagementCommittee.
To give important information and advice at the time of rescue, relief, and
rehabilitationofaffectedfamiliesduringthecalamitiesthroughBlockLeveland
VillageLevelDisasterManagementCommittee.
Risk&vulnerabilityassessmentandtosetresponsemechanismandstrategies.
Establishmentofemergencyresponsepolicies,organizationalarrangementsand
operationalplantobefollowedafterdisaster.
1.2 AuthorityforDDMP
Asper theprovision contained in section31ofDMAct,2005,DistrictDisaster
ManagementPlan is preparedbyDistrictDisasterManagementAuthority. Further, as
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mandated by the Act, the Plan is reviewed and updated annually by the District
Authority.
1.3 EvolutionofDDMP
In pursuance of the mandate enshrined in the DM Act, 2005 which was
subsequentlyendorsedtoeachdistrictbytheStateGovernment,DMPlanwasinitially
prepared for Siaha Town and other selected villages in the year 2012 after which
DistrictPlanwasframedwiththeincorporationofSiahaTownPlanandselectedVillage
Plans.WiththeevolutionofDistrictDMPlan,TownandVillagePlansceasedtoexist.
1.4 Stakeholdersandtheirresponsibilities
At the District level, District DisasterManagement Authority, with the Deputy
CommissionerdesignatedasResponsibleOfficer(RO)andotherlinedepartmentsatthe
District HQ are responsible to deal with all phases of disaster management within
district.
Other technical institutions, community at large, local self-governments, NGOs
etcarealsostakeholdersoftheDistrictDMPlan.SiahaDistricthasanumberofCBO’s
(CommunityBasedOrganisations).Theseorganizationsprovide invaluable support to
the DM process for ensuring effective response to any eventualities. Their
responsibilitiesarealsoformalizedasgivenbelow–
Sl.No NameofStakeholder Responsibilities
1. BeinoYouthAdventureClub Providingnecessary support to search&rescueoperation2. MeisavaihYouthAdventureClub
3. MaraThyutliaPy(MTP) 1. Providing immediate support whichwill be of immense help in dealingwithanyeventualitiesofdisasters.
2. These organizations are alsoresponsible for facilitating – sheltermanagement, food & watermanagement, relief coordination,information & damage assessment,traumacounseling,firstaid,etc.
3. All these activities shall becoordinatedbycompetentauthority.
4. MaraChanoPy(MCHP)
5. YoungLaiAssociation(YLA)
6. LaiWomenAssociation(LWA)
7. ModelYouthAssociation(MYA)
8. YoungMizoAssociation(YMA)
DeputyCommissionerhasthefollowingduties–
TofacilitateandcoordinatewithlocalGovernmentbodiestoensurethatpreand
postdisastermanagementactivitiesinthedistrictarecarriedout.
To assist community training, awareness programmes and the installation of
emergencyfacilitieswiththesupportoflocaladministration,non-governmental
organizationsandtheprivatesector.
To take appropriate actions to smoothen the response and relief activities to
minimizetheadverseimpactofdisaster.
TomoveStateGovernmentfordeclarationofdisaster.
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1.5 HowtouseDDMPframework
i. Section31ofDMAct2005makesitmandatoryforeverydistricttoprepare
adisastermanagementplan,fortheprotectionoflifeandpropertyfromthe
effectsofhazardouseventswithinthedistrict
ii. Insignificantemergenciesordisasters,DistrictMagistrateorthechairpersonof
DDMAwillhavethepowersofoverallsupervisiondirectionandcontrol.
iii. The district EOC will be staffed and operated as the situation dictates.
When activated, operations will be supported by senior officers from line
departments and central government agencies; private sector and volunteer
organizationsmaybeused toprovide information, dataand resources to cope
withthesituation.
iv. TheDDMAmayrecommendforactionunderSec30ofDMAct.
v. TheDMorhisdesigneewillcoordinateandcontrolresourcesoftheDistrict
vi. Emergencypublicinformationwillbedisseminatedbyallavailablemediaoutlets
throughthedesignatedmediaandinformationofficer.
vii. Priorplanningandtrainingofpersonnelareprerequisitestoeffectiveemergency
operationsandmustbeconsideredasintegralpartsofdisasterpreparations.
viii. Coordinationwithsurroundingdistrictsisessential,whenaneventoccurs,that
impacts beyond district boundaries. Procedure should be established and
exercisedforinterdistrictcollaboration.
ix. Departments,agenciesandorganizationsassignedeitherprimaryorsupporting
responsibilities in this document must develop implementation documents in
ordertosupportthisplan.
x. Whenlocalresourcesprovetobeinadequateduringemergencyoperations,
request forassistancewillbemadetotheStateorhigherlevelsofgovernment
andotheragenciesinaccordancewithsetrulesandprocedures.
xi. District authority will use normal channel for requesting assistance and/or
resources, i.e.,throughtheDistrictEmergencyOperationsCenter(DEOC)tothe
StateEOC.Ifstateresourceshavebeenexhausted,thestatewillarrangeto
providetheneededresourcesthroughcentralassistance.
xii. TheDistrictEOCwillcoordinatewiththeStateEOC,AgenciesoftheGovt.ofIndia
likeIMD/CWCtomaintainupto-dateinformationconcerningpotentialflooding,
cyclonesetc.Asappropriate,suchinformationwillbeprovidedtothecitizensof
theaffectedareasinthedistrict.
xiii. Uponreceiptofpotentialproblemsintheseareas,DEOC/designatedofficialswill
appropriatelyissuealertandnotifyactiontobetakenbytheresidents
xiv. Disaster occurrence could result in disruption of government functions and,
therefore, all levelsof local governmentand theirdepartments shoulddevelop
andmaintainprocedurestoensurecontinuityofGovernmentaction.
1.6 ApprovalmechanismofDDMP
DM Plan is prepared by DDMA and subsequently submitted to SDMA for its
approval.AftergettingthePlanapprovedbySDMA,thePlanhasanofficialstatureand
canbereferredtoandutilizedwhenevernecessary.
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1.7 SetupofDDMA
S/N Designation Position
1. DeputyCommissioner Chairperson2. CEM,MADC Co-Chairperson3. SuperintendentofPolice Member4. ExecutiveSecretary MADC5. ChiefMedicalOfficer Member6. ExecutiveEngineer,PWD Member7. ExecutiveEngineer,PHED Member8. Addl.DeputyCommissioner ChiefExecutiveOfficer
1.8 Planreviewandupdation
DMPlan is reviewedanupdatedannuallybytheDistrictDisasterManagement
Authority(DDMA).Theupdating,inthepastyears,hasusuallytakenplaceattheendof
calendaryear.However, in thewakeofadoptinganewformatdesignedbyNDMAfor
DMPlanin2016,therehasbeenaslightchangewithregardtotheperiodicityofPlan
review and updation.As such, the present Plan is updated at the start of the current
fiscalyear.
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CHAPTER–2
HAZARD,VULNERABILITY,CAPACITYANDRISKASSESSMENT
2.1.1 Socio–economicprofileofthedistrict
Location: Siaha District lies in the south eastern corner of Mizoram. The district is
situatedbetween22⁰45’to22⁰60’Latitudesand92⁰50’to93⁰14’Longitudes.
Boundary: North&North-west : Lungleidistrict
South&East : Myanmar
Westside : Lawngtlaidistrict
Its international boundary with Myanmar is 159 kms long. The inter district
boundary with Lunglei district is 62 kms and 73 kms with Lawngtlai district. The
DistrictissurroundedbytheriverKolodyne(ChhimtuipuiorBeino)onthethreesides-
east,northandwest.
TotalGeographicalArea : 1399squarekms(6.63%oftheStatearea)
AdministrativeSub-Divisons : Siaha(S)andTipa(S).
RuralDevelopmentBlock : SiahaandTipa
No.ofEducationalInstitution
PrimarySchool - 131
MiddleSchool - 95
HighSchool - 33
HigherSecondarySchool - 6(Govt.-1&Pvt.-5)
College - 1
ITI - 1
DIET - 1
Total - 268
SiahaDistrictATAGLANCE(2011Census)–
Description 2011
ActualPopulation 56,574
Male 28,594
Female 27,980
PopulationGrowth -7.34%
AreaSq.Km 1,399
Density/km2 40
ProportiontoMizoramPopulation 5.16%
SexRatio(Per1000) 979
ChildSexRatio(0-6Age) 932
AverageLiteracy 90.01
MaleLiteracy 92.64
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Description 2011
FemaleLiteracy 87.34
TotalChildPopulation(0-6Age) 9,653
MalePopulation(0-6Age) 4,997
FemalePopulation(0-6Age) 4,656
Literates 42,233
MaleLiterates 21,861
FemaleLiterates 20,372
ChildProportion(0-6Age) 17.06%
BoysProportion(0-6Age) 17.48%
GirlsProportion(0-6Age) 16.64%
Occupation/economic–
Siaha District is economically one of themost backward districts inMizoram.
About80%ofthetotalpopulationsareengagedinAgriculture.Onlyafewpeoplehold
Government jobs. The people customarily practiced shifting cultivation or jhumming
whichcreatesdeforestationleadingtosoilerosionproblem.Theprincipalcropsinthe
DistrictareRice,Maize,Orange,etc.Peopleusedtoobtainmanyvarietiesofconsumer
goodsimportedfromotherDistrictsofMizoramandAssam.
Currentstatusofemploymentunderstategovernmentanddistrictcouncil–
(i) No.ofgovernmentemployeesunderStateGovernment - 1984
(ii) No.ofgovernmentemployeesunderMADC - 1976
(The figure is based on the Census of Government Employees &Workers,
Siaha District, 2015 prepared by the office of DRO, Economic & Statistic
Department,Siaha)
2.1.2 Matrixofpastdisastersinthedistrict–
During2013–2014
Typeof
DisastersDamagetoinfrastructure&human
andItsextent
No.of
village
affected
No.of
families
affected
CycloneKutchahouse Fullydamaged–4
Puccahouse Fullydamaged–7
LandslidePuccahouse Fullydamaged–2
Roads 1.9kms
Fire
Poultry 3Nos
Horti.Crops 116½hect. 22 105
KutchahouseFullydamaged–4
Parti.Damaged–4
Puccahouse Fullydamaged–2
Flood Agriculture 0.25hac.
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During2014–2015
CycloneFoodgrains 27hect. 10 41
Kutchahouse Part.Damaged–77
Landslide
Foodgrains ½hect. 1 1
Kutchahouse Part.Damaged–3
PuccahouseFullydamaged–4
Part.Damaged–2
Roads 0.750kms
Fire
Horti.Crops 60½ 9 14
KutchahouseFullydamaged–14
Part.Damaged–2
PuccahouseFullydamaged–4
Part.Damaged–1
During2015–2016
Cyclone
Foodgrains 10.25hect. 3 22
KutchahouseFullydamaged–42
Part.Damaged–1
PuccahouseFullydamaged–10
Part.Damaged–12
Landslide
Kutchahouse Fullydamaged–6
PuccahouseFullydamaged–3
Part.Damaged–1
Roads 5.38kms
Bridges Part.Damaged–1
Fire
Hort.Crops 39.7hect. 14 23
KutchahouseFullydamaged–3
Part.Damaged–1
PuccahouseFullydamaged–7
Part.Damaged–1
Flood
Foodgrains 7hect.
15 44Cashcrops 3hect.
Horti.Crops 1hect.
During2016-2017
Cyclone
Foodgrains 17hectares 4 28
KutchahouseSeverely –2
Part.Damaged–16
Hut Part.Damaged–4
PuccahouseSeverely –3
Part.Damaged–23
Landslide
Kutchahouse Part.Damaged–3
PuccahouseSeverely –3
Part.Damaged–6
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Road At13locations
Fire
Hort.Crops 6½hectares 3 15
Kutchahouse Part.Damaged–1
Hut Part.Damaged–2
Pucca FullyDamaged–3
Flood Onepersondied(Ex-gratiamoneywasgiventothefamily)
During2017–2018
Cyclone
DwellingHouse
Partially –14
25
Severely –6
Fully –18
Cropdamaged
12Hectares
No.oflives
lost
Two(2)
Fire
Dwelling
House
Partially -Nil
5 5
Severely -Nil
Fully -3
Hort.Crops 2.5hectares
Landslide
Dwelling
House
Partially –4
Severely –2
Fully –20
28 28
Hort.Crops 1hectare
Roads 100Kms
Bridges 4nos
School 1building
During2018-2019
Cyclone
Dwelling
House
Partially –1
15 250
Severely –Nil
Fully –41
Cropdamaged
9Hectares
No.oflives
lost
One(1)
Landslide
Dwelling
House
Partially –5
8 350
Severely –Nil
Fully –28
Hort.Crops 2hectares
Roads 27Kms
Fire
Dwelling
House
Partially –1
5 130 Severely –Nil
Fully –14
Hort.Crops 14hectares
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Flood Road 1km 2 1250
2.1.3 Hazard/risk,vulnerability&capacityanalysis The entire district falls under multiple hazards. Let us discuss the different
risk/hazardandvulnerabilitythatmayoccurintheentiredistrict.
WIND&CYCLONE–
WindandCycloneHazardclassesofSiahadistrictisdividedintoVeryHigh,High
andModeratezone.
VeryHighHazardZone:
This zone occursmostlywithin the southern part of the district, closer to the
coastline and comprising high elevated areas with NW-SE slope aspect. Very high
hazardzonecoversanareaof979.30sq.kmwhichis38.30%ofthetotaldistrictarea.
Occurrenceofhighwindvelocityandcycloneismoreprevalentduringmonsoonperiod.
HighHazardZone:
Thiszonealsooccursmostlywithinthesouthernpartofthedistrictwithin120-
180 Km distance from the coastline. It comprises elevation ranging from 501-800m
fromMSLwithNW-SEslopeaspect.Highhazardzoneextendsover215.02sq.kmwhich
comprises8.41%ofthetotaldistrictarea.
ModerateHazardZone:
ThiszonecoversmaximumdistrictareastretchingfromSiahatowntonorthand
eastern tips of the district. Moderate hazard zone covers 1362.78 sq. km which
constitutes53.29%ofthetotaldistrictarea.
TheareastatisticsofWindandCyclonehazardzonesofSiahadistrictisshownin
Tablegivenbelow.WindandCycloneHazardmapofSiahadistrict is shownbelowin
FigureNo.1
HazardClass Area(Sq.Km) %
VeryHigh 497.27 35.52
High 612.22 43.73
Moderate 290.41 20.75
TOTAL 1399.90 100.00
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LANDSLIDE–
VeryHighHazardZone:
Thiszone ishighlyunstableand isataconstant threatof landslides, especially
during and after an intense spell of rain. This is because the area forms steep slopes
with looseandunconsolidatedmaterials.Besides, it includesareas locatednear faults
and tectonicallyweak zones. It also includes areaswhere unplanned quarrying, road
cutting and other human activities are extensively undertaken. The vegetation is
generallysparse.Thiszoneconstitutesanareaof221.82sq.kmandforms8.67%ofthe
totaldistrictarea.
HighHazardZone:
It includes areas where the probability of sliding debris is at a high risk due to
weatheredrockandsoildebriscoveringsteepslopeswhichwhendisturbedareprone to
landslides.Mostofthepre-existinglandslidesfallwithinthiscategory.Thiszoneoccupiesa
fairlylargeareai.e,about446.76sq.kmwhichis17.47%ofthetotaldistrictarea.
ModerateHazardZone:
This zone is generally stable, though it may contain unstable zones in some
areas.Moreover,seismicactivityandcontinuousheavyrainfallmayreduceitsstability.
Thoughthiszonemayincludeareassuchascliffsthathavesteepslopes(morethan45
degree), the orientation of the rock bed and absence of overlying loose debris and
human activitymake them less hazardous. In general, this zone comprises areas that
havemoderately dense vegetation, moderate slope angle and relatively compact and
hardrocks.Itspreadsoveranareaofabout1084.30sq.kmandoccupies42.41%ofthe
totaldistrictarea.
LowHazardZone:
Thisincludesareaswherethecombinationofvariouscontrollingparametersis
unlikelytoadverselyinfluencetheslopestability. Inotherwords, thiszonecomprises
areas where the chance of slope failure is low or unlikely to occur. Vegetation is
relativelydense, thoughsomeareasmaynothavevegetativecover.Althoughsomeof
theareasmaybecoveredwithsoftandunconsolidatedsediments,theslopeanglesare
generallylow,about30degreesorbelow.Thiszoneextendsoveranareaofabout597.0
sq.kmandforms23.35%ofthetotaldistrictarea.
VeryLowHazardZone:
This zonemainly comprises vegetative areas and is located away fromhuman
settlement.Assuch,itisassumedtobefreefrompresentandfuturelandslidehazards.
Thedipandslopeanglesoftherocksarefairlylow.Thiszonecoversanareaofabout
188.67sqkmandforms7.38%ofthetotaldistrictarea.
Apartfromthevarioushazardclasses,someareasarecoveredbywaterbodies
whicharenotincludedinthehazardclasses.Suchwaterbodiescoveranareaof18.51
sq.kmwhichis0.72%ofthetotaldistrictarea.
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Fig.2:LandslideHazardZonationMapofSiahaDistrict
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Flood–
In Siaha district, several villages are lying in close proximity to the river and
hence drowning often happens due to unplanned activities close by the river. This
happensespeciallyduringthemonsoonperiod.Floodproneareascover8.20sq.km,i.e.
0.32%ofthedistrictarea.BelowistheFloodHazardZonationmapoftheDistrict.
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EARTHQUAKE–
The district also lies in a Seismic Zone V, which is most vulnerable to
earthquakes. And due to absence of building bye laws, the present construction of
housesmaybringgreatdamagetothedistrict.
Roadaccident–
There is a good networkof pucca and kuccha road in the districtwith 292.95
kms of state highway and village roads out of which 229.70 km are PMGSY road,
ongoingworksofPMGSYlengthis47.215Km.Mostoftheaccidentsoccursduringrainy
seasonduetoslipperyroads,drinkingandcarelessnesswhiledriving.
Fire-forest/house–
Forest fires are occurring due to practice of jhum cultivation, the district
experienceseveryyear.Housefiresareagainmanmadeduetocarelessness,sparkingof
electricitywiresandfaultyequipment.
Drought–
There was a long spell of drought in 1998 and 2005 causing huge loss of
agriculturecropsduringKharifseasoninthedistrict.Manystreamsdriedupandpaddy
as well as other cereal seeds of jhumming could not germinate. Based on past
experienceof droughtwe shouldhaveproper emergencymanagement plan to lessen
thedamagedonebyit.
Epidemics–
Epidemics are disasters,which can hit theDistrict any time.While normally a
disasterduetoepidemicislikelytohitaftertheonsetofthemonsoonduetobacteria
andinsects,neverthelessepidemicscanalsotakeplaceatanyothertimeduetowater
contamination,etc.
2.2.1 HazardAnalysis:
Typesof
Hazard
January
February
March
April
May
June
July
August
September
October
November
December
Cyclone
Landslide
Fire
Drought
Flood
Earthquake
Riot
Accident
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2.2.2 VulnerabilityAnalysis:
S/N Typesofhazard Vulnerableareas
1.
Cyclone
Heavyzone-NewSiaha,Newcolony,Siahatlangkawn,
Thingsen,
Medium zone – Meisavaih, Meisatla, College veng,
Councilveng.
2. Landslide New colony, College veng, Siahatlangkawn, New
Siaha,Thingsen,Councilveng,OldSiaha
3. Earthquake WholeTown
4. Fire WholeTown
5. Drought WholeTown
6. Epidemics WholeTown
7. Riot WholeTown
Table showing levelof damage risk (vulnerability tonaturalhazards)ofhouse
typesaspertheclassificationisgivenbelow-
HouseType
LEVELOFVULNERABILITYUNDER
Earthquake
ZoneV
Wind&
CycloneLandslide Flood
A RCC VeryHigh Low Low Low
B RCCstructuremixedwithAssamtype
High Moderate Moderate Low
C AssamTypebuildings(Wellbuiltwoodenstructures)
Moderate High High Moderate
X Kutcha(thatchroof&bamboowall&floor)
Low VeryHigh VeryHigh VeryHigh
StatisticsofhousetypewithinSiahaDistrictisalsogivenbelow–
HouseType Percentageofhousetype
RCC 2.90
RCCstructuremixedwithAssamtype 14.03
Assam Type buildings (Well built woodenstructures)
69.73
Kutcha(thatchroof&bamboowall&floor) 13.33
TOTAL 100.00
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Habitation RCC% RCC mixed with Assam type% Assam type% Kutcha % Percent
Ahmypi 0 17 74 9 100
Ainak 2 19 75 4 100
Bimari 1 25 52 22 100
Chakhang 9 11 70 10 100
Chheihlu 8 8 57 27 100
Chhuarlung 4 16 74 6 100
Kaisih 2 10 70 18 100
Kawlchaw E 4 12 72 12 100
Khengkhawng 1 11 75 13 100
Khopai 2 20 73 5 100
Laki 1 12 71 16 100
Lawngban 0 15 55 30 100
Lawngdaw 0 8 72 20 100
Lawngmasu 0 8 70 22 100
Lope 0 14 55 31 100
Lungbun 0 14 73 13 100
Lungpuk 1 5 55 39 100
Maila 7 13 73 7 100
Maubawk CH 8 20 70 2 100
Maubawk L 7 15 67 11 100
Mawhre 2 16 67 15 100
Mipu 4 14 70 12 100
New Latawh 2 14 73 11 100
New Serkawr 7 10 67 16 100
Niawhtlang 1 25 68 6 100
Old Latawh 3 9 69 19 100
Phalhrang 0 12 77 11 100
Phura 1 13 71 15 100
Rawmibawk 2 8 71 19 100
Riasikah 2 11 55 32 100
Saiha 19 15 63 3 100
Sapi 4 16 68 12 100
Serkawr 3 32 63 2 100
Siasi 0 15 75 10 100
Siata 3 15 66 16 100
Siatlai 1 19 72 8 100
Supha 0 23 74 3 100
Tawngkawlawng 3 20 66 11 100
Theiri 1 14 75 10 100
Theiva 1 20 77 2 100
Thingsen 0 15 78 7 100
Tuipang Dairy 4 11 75 10 100
Tuipang L 7 12 72 9 100
Tuipang V 5 13 73 9 100
Tuipui Ferry 1 9 78 12 100
Tuisih 3 10 69 18 100
Tuisumpui 6 5 75 14 100
Vahai 1 8 78 13 100
Zawngling 2 15 74 9 100
Zero point 1 10 73 16 100
DetailedhousetypeofSiahadistrictisshownbelow–
Population:
Amorevulnerablegroupisdefinedasagroupwhichhassomespecialneedsina
disasterandcannotcomfortablyorsafelyaccessandusethestandardresourcesoffered
in disaster preparedness, relief and recovery. Vulnerable Group includes young
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children,oldaged,peoplewithdisabilities(physicallyandmentallychallenged),women
like pregnant & lactating women, people with critical needs, poor, minority etc. The
vulnerable groups are those that also find it hardest to reconstruct their livelihoods
followingdisaster
a)PopulationDensity–Areashavinghigherpopulationdensityareconsideredmore
vulnerable to disaster than those which are having low density. The statistics of
vulnerabilitybasedonpopulationdensityofSiahadistrictisgiveninfollowingTable-
Sl.
No. Vulnerability Class Population density
No. of
habitations %
1 High > 50 persons per sq km 12 24
2 Moderate 20 – 50 persons per sq km 11 22
3 Low < 20 person per sq km 27 54
Total 50 50 100
b)TotalPopulation–Thetotalpopulationwithineachvillageortownisrecordedand
dependingonthenumberofthetotalpopulationtheyaredividedintothethreeclasses
ofvulnerability.Areaswithhighertotalpopulationareconsideredmorevulnerableto
disaster than those which are having low population. The statistics of population
densityofSiahadistrictgiveninTablegivenbelow-
Sl. No. Vulnerability Class Population No. of habitations %
1 High > 1000 12 24
2 Moderate 500 – 1000 16 32
3 Low < 500 22 44
Total 50 100
C)Sex-ratio–Sex-ratioisdefinedasthenumberof femalesper1000males.Thesex-
ratioof Siahadistrict asawhole is 979 femalesper1000males (Census2011).After
analysing the data, sex-ratio is divided into High, Moderate and Low classes. Areas
having femalepopulation1000andaboveper1000malesareassignedhighsex-ratio
class.Thosewhicharehavingsex-ratio900-1000areassignedmoderateclasswhilethe
areashavingsex-ratiobelow900areassignedlowclass.Since,femalesareconsidered
more vulnerable todisaster; areashavinghigher sex-ratiowill bemore vulnerable in
caseofdisaster.Thevulnerabilitystatisticsbasedonsex-ratioofSiahadistrictisgiven
inthetableherewith–
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Sl.No. VulnerabilityClass Sexratio No.ofhabitations %
1 High >1000 19 38
2 Moderate 900–1000 21 42
3 Low <900 10 20
Total 50 100
d) Elders' population – A population with age group of 70 years and above are
categorised under elders' population. Numbers of elders are recorded from all the
villagesandtownwithinthedistrictasperElectoralRoll2015andthenthepercentage
to the total is calculated.Basedon this calculation, villagesand townaredivided into
High,Moderate andLowclasses of elders'population.The agegroupof70yearsand
above lack physical strength andmobility and are thus considered more vulnerable.
Therefore,areashavinghighelders'populationwillbemorevulnerabletodisasterthan
thosewhich are having low elders' population. The statistics of elders' population of
Siahadistrictisbelow–
Sl.No. VulnerabilityClass Sexratio No.ofhabitations %
1 High >5 8 16
2 Moderate 2–5 15 30
3 Low <2 27 54
Total 50 100
e) Children's population – Children below the age of 6 years are considered in
children'spopulation.2011Censusdatawereusedforanalyzingchildren’spopulation.
ThedataareanalyzedandthevillagesaredividedintoHigh,ModerateandLowclasses
ofchildren'spopulation.Areashavinghighchildren'spopulationareconsideredmore
vulnerabletodisaster.Statisticsofchildren'spopulationisgivenintheTable–
Sl.No. VulnerabilityClass Children% No.ofhabitations %
1 High >20% 16 32
2 Moderate 18–20% 14 28
3 Low <18% 20 40
Total 50 100
f)Literacyrate–Literacyrateisthepercentageofliteratestopopulationaged7years
andabove.The literacyrateofSiahadistrict is90.01(Census2011).The literacyrate
within Siaha district is collected and according to that all the villages and town are
dividedintoHigh,ModerateandLowclasses.Theliteracyratehaveapositiveimpacton
vulnerability analysis as the areas having high literacy rate are considered less
vulnerabletodisasterthanthosewhicharehavinglowliteracyrate.Statisticsofliteracy
rateclassesforSiahadistrictisclearlyshowninthetable–
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Sl.No. VulnerabilityClass Literacy% No.ofhabitations %
1 High <70% 27 54
2 Moderate 70–80% 18 36
3 Low >80% 5 10
Total 50 100
g)PeoplewithPhysicallyDisability–Naturalandman-madedisasterstendtohavea
disproportionateimpactonpeoplewithdisabilities(PWD).Thisissueisrecognisedand
addressedbyArticle11oftheUnitedNationsConventionontheRightsofPersonswith
Disabilities which states that “States Parties shall take, in accordance with their
obligations under international law, including international humanitarian law and
international human rights law, all necessarymeasures to ensure the protection and
safety of persons with disabilities in situations of risk, including situations of armed
conflict,humanitarianemergenciesandtheoccurrenceofnaturaldisasters."
ThenumbersofPeoplewithPhysicalDisabilitywithinSiahaDistrictiscollected
from Directorate of Social Welfare, Government of Mizoram based on Identity Card
IssuedandCasesidentifiedinvariousCertificationCampwhichisgivenintheTable–
Sl.
No.
Nameof
Village
Orthopedically
Handicapped
Mentally
retarded
Visually
impaired
Hearing
impairedMultiple Total
1 Tipa 7 6 3 13 292 Theiri 2 23 Saiko 1 14 NewLaty 1 15 Tipa‘V’ 1 16 Zyhno 2 2 3 77 Chakhei 5 6 11 7 298 Chapi 1 1 29 Maila 1 110 Lawngban 1 111 Phura 2 21 2 4 2912 Vahia 1 113 TipiFerry 2 214 Zeropoint 6 1 715 Amobyu‘L’ 8 6 1 4 1916 Kaocho‘E’ 2 1 1 417 L.Theiva 1 118 Lobo 1 119 Aina 1 120 Siata 1 1 1 321 Tisopi 1 122 Siahatown 60 37 14 35 6 15223 Laki 5 17 10 1 33 Total 103 97 36 84 8 328
2.2.3 CapacitiesandResourceAnalysis:
Drugsstorewithinsiahatown–
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Sl.No. NameofDrugsstore ProprietorandAddress
1. L.B.DrugsStore Hlawnpari,NewSiaha,
2. C.V.B.MedicalStore N.Nadaw,NewColony
3. V.T.MedicalStore P.Zapovei,NewColony
4. MamiDrugsStore Hmangaihzauvi,N.Colony
5. HalerDrugsStore K.Heleni,NewColony
6. SalemDrugsStore Salema,NewColony
7. K.MerryDrugsStore K.Merry,Bazar
8. ECMNursingHome ECM,NewColony
9. J.H.MedicalStore Zothanpuii,NewSiaha
10. LifelinePharmacy Kamthiamlal,NewSiaha
11. JoeMedicalStore Aizama,NewSiaha
12. MaruataDrugsStore Maruata,Siahatlangkawn
13. ChhangteMedicalStore Siahatla
14. LabDrugsStore Ngosi,Meisatla
15. DarkiiMedicalStore Darkii,NewSiaha
Financialinstitutionswithinsiahatown–
S/N Nameoftheinstitution Address ContactNo.
1. StateBankofIndia SiahaBazar 222017
2. MizoramCo-operativeApexbank CouncilVeng 226169
3. MizoramRuralBank NewSiaha 222857
4. HDFCBank SiahaBazar 222133
5. NEREFS SiahaBazar 226044
6. MizoramRuralBank SiahaBazar -
7. IDBI NewSiaha -
Deployment of Mizoram police personnel in different police stations/ outpost
withinSiahaDistrict(asonDecember15,2015)–
DistrictExecutiveForce(DEF)
S/N Rank PresentStrength
1. SuperintendentofPolice 1
2. AddlSuperintendentofPolice 1
3. DeputySuperintendentofPolice 1
4. SubDivisionalPoliceOfficer 1
5. Inspector 2
6. SubInspector 15
7. AssistantSubInspector 6
8. HeadConstable 19
9. Constable 94
10. Driver 13
Total 153
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M.P.R.O–
Stations Inspector S.I A.S.I H.C C/GD FLR
Siaha 1 2 3 9 2 1
Tuipang - 1 - 2 1 -
Phura - - - 2 - -
Kawlchaw - - - 2 - -
Lungbun - - - 2 - -
Total 1 3 3 17 3 1
Fire&EmergencyServices
S/N NameofPost No.ofPost
1. Stationofficer 1
2. Constable 3
3. Firemen 3
4. Driver 2
5. FireTender 2
CivilSocietyOrganizations–
The Non-Governmental Organizations (NGOs) working in Siaha district play a
significantroleineducatingthepubliconvarioussocialissuesandtheirrights.Disaster
ManagementisoneofthemajorsubjectsforthemandtheDistrictAdministrationhas
already started collaboration with such organization for community level disaster
managementplanning.
Two Adventure clubs viz. Beino Youth Adventure Club (9774046198) and
Meisavaih Adventure Club (7085417461) are utilized and trained as ‘District Search
andRescueTeam’.
FCS&CAstoragefacilitieswithcapacity–
S/N Location Year Capacity Area ContactNo.
1. SiahaSDC 1987 8000 140’x30’ 223018
2. Bualpui 1987 3000 36’x18’ 262167
3. Lungpher 1992 2000 50’x20’ 226021
4. Vawmbuk 1986 1500 30’x20’ 9436379158
5. Lungtian 1991 1500 30’x20’ 9436149630
6. Sangau 1994 3000 50’x20’ 2553179
Reg.No TypeofVehicle On/OffRoad Condition
MZ-01D-9681 407TurboWaterBowser OnRoad O.K
MZ-01D-6664 Pick-UpFiretender OnRoad O.K
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7. Niawhtlang 1995 3000 50’x20’ 226503
8. Chhuarlung 1993 3000 50’x20’ 9612588096
9. Chakhang 1995 2800 48’x20’ 9436379677
10. Tuipang 1995 3000 50’x24’ 9436764632
11. Tuisih 1992 3000 50’x20’ 229222
12. Zawngling 1995 3000 50’x20’ 280007
13. Chapui 1991 1500 30’x20’ 280001
14. Vahai 1997 3000 50’x20’ 224107
15. Laki 1991 1500 30’x20’ 280007
16. Maubawk 1994 1500 30’x20’ 222579
17. Siata 1992 3000 50’x30’ 280308
18. Kawlchaw 1985 4500 60’x24’ 9436379607
19. Serkawr 1991 3000 60’x18’ 222579
20. Phura 1991 1500 30’x20’ 222704
21. Tongkolong 1994 3000 50’x20’ -
22. Lungpuk - 1500 30’x20’ -
23. Phalhrang - 1500 30’x20’ 222331
MaraThyutliaPybrancheswithmembers(asonNovember10,2015)
S/n BRANCH MEMBER S/n BRANCH MEMBER
1 Siahatla 420 2 NewSiaha 360
3 CollegeVaih 867 4 CouncilVaih 276
5 ECMVaih 415 6 NewColony 1020
7 SiahaVaihpi 715 8 Meisavaih‘E’ 402
9 Meisavaih‘W’ 340 10 Meisatla 286
11 Thosaih 223 12 TisopiPeniel 157
13 Tisopi 204 14 Amotlah 256
15 Thiahra 201 16 Riasika 106
17 TipiFerry 182 18 NoAotlah 52
19 Lobo 287 20 ChhaoloI 291
21 ChhaoloII 147 22 Siata 296
23 Iana 247 24 ChakheiI 288
25 ChakheiII 247 26 Siasi 157
27 ChapiI 183 28 ChapiII 144
29 Mawhro 267 30 Chheihlu 207
31 ZyhnoI 298 32 ZyhnoII 225
33 Siatlai 187 34 Ahmypi 226
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35 Khopai 236 36 Laki 302
37 Vahia 347 38 Miepu 202
39 LopuI 198 40 LopuII 184
41 Khaikhy 152 42 Leisai 125
43 Supha 143 44 Lomasu 251
45 Lopaw 267 46 Pala 221
47 Bymari 262 48 Kiasie 206
49 PhuraI 196 50 PhuraII 184
51 Maila 152 52 Lohry 161
53 NewLaty 263 54 NewSaikao 104
55 LorrainVille 151 56 SaikaoI 182
57 SaikaoII 173 58 Kaochho‘E’ 264
59 AmobyuV 251 60 AmobyuCH 182
61 AmobyuB 283 62 Theiva 264
63 Theiri 262 64 Tisi‘E’ 164
65 Tisi‘W’ 172 66 Tipa‘D’ 263
67 Tipa‘V’ 271 68 TipaBazar 234
69 TipaBeivaih 206 70 Tlyrah 102
71 Vyhtu 201 72 Tokalo 251
73 Ngiaphiah 182 74 Khipiluh 102
75 Locheipi 161 76 Locheita 132
77 Lodao 124 78 Sachie 104
79 Meisakotlah 161 80 Phaphe 154
TotalMTPbranch - 80Totalmembers - 19251Headquarters - SiahaSubheadquarters - Tipa,Saikao,Chhaolo,Phura
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CHAPTER–3
INSTITUTIONALARRANGEMENTFOR
DISASTERMANAGEMENT(DM)
3.3.1 NationalDisasterManagementAuthority
The National Disaster Management Authority has been constituted under the
DisasterManagementAct2005,withthePrimeMinisterofIndiaasitsChairman;aVice
Chairmanwith the status of CabinetMinister, and fourmembers at presentwith the
statusofMinistersofStateintheCentralGovernment.
3.3.2 StateDisasterManagementAuthority
1. TheChiefMinister – Chairperson
2. Minister,Relief&Rehabilitation - Vice-Chairperson
3. Minister,Plan.&Prog.Implementation – Member
4. Minister,Finance - Member
5. Minister,PHE - Member
6. Minister,RuralDevelopment - Member
7. Minister,LAD - Member
8. Minister,Health&FamilyWelfare – Member
9. Minister,PWD - Member
10. ChiefSecretary - ChiefExecutiveOfficer(Ex-Officio)
IRSPositionsandsuitableofficersatStatelevel
IRSPosition Suitableofficers
RESPONSIBLEOFFICER ChiefSecretary,Govt.ofMizoramINCIDENTCOMMANDER PrincipalSecretary,DM&RDepartment
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DeputyIC Director,DM&RDepartmentInformation&MediaOfficer Director,I&PRDepartmentLiaisonOfficer JointSecretary,DM&RSafetyOfficer Director,F&ESOPERATIONSSECTIONCHIEF DirectorGeneralofPoliceStagingAreaManager SP(Traffic)ResponseBranchDirector InspectorGeneralofPolice(Law&Order)Division Supervisor / Group-in-charge
Dy.InspectorGeneral(Range)
TaskForce/StrikeTeamCommander/Leaders of SDRF, SYS (AW), F&ES,MRP,MAP,IR,MRHG,YMA(DMV)
SingleResourcesDeputy Commissioner (IRT), MedicalSuperintendent(CivilHospital),EngineerinChief(PHE,PWD,P&E),Director(SYS).
TransportationBranch Director,TransportDepartmentRoadGroup
Group-in-charge Addl.S.P(Traffic)VehicleCoordinator Jt.Director,TransportDepartmentLoading-in-charge/Unloading-in-charge
Commissioner,Excise.
RailGroup
Group-in-charge Superintendent,RailwayOutAgencyCoordinator UDC,RailwayOutAgencyLoading-in-charge/Unloading-in-charge
LDC,RailwayOutAgency
WaterGroup
Group-in-charge Engineer-in-Chief,PHECoordinator ChiefEngineer,PHELoading-in-charge/Unloading-in-charge
SuperintendingEngineer,PHE
AirOperationsGroupGroup-in-chargeAirOperations
PrincipalConsultant,CivilAviation
Helibase/Helipad-in-charge
Dy.Controller,CivilAviation
Loading/Unloading-in-charge
Commissioner,Excise.
PLANNINGSECTIONCHIEF DeputySecretary,DM&RResourceunit Commandant,MRHGCheck-in-statusRecorder Director,SainikWelfare&Resettlement.Situationunit SPO,NSSDisplayProcessor Jt.Sect,GADFieldObserver President,CentralYMAWeatherObserver ChiefScientificOfficer,Science&Tech.Dept.DocumentationUnit Director,Economic&StatisticsDept.DemobilizationUnit InspectorGeneralofPoliceTechnicalSpecialist HeadFaculty,DMC,ATILOGISTICSSECTIONCHIEF Director,DM&RServiceBranchDirector Dy.Secretary,GAD
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Communicationunit SuperintendentofPolice(Wireless)MedicalUnit Director,HealthServicesFoodUnit Director,FCS&CADept.SupportBranchDirector Asst.InspectorGeneralofPolice-IResourceProvisioningUnit Director,FCS&CADept.FacilitiesUnit UnderSecretary,DM&RGroundSupportUnit Director(Fire&EmergencyServices).FinanceBranchDirector Commissioner/Secretary,FinanceDept.TimeUnit Director,Economics&StatisticCompensation/ClaimUnit DeputyDirector,DM&RProcurementUnit DeputyDirector,DM&RCostUnit Superintendent,DM&R
3.3.3 DistrictDisasterManagementAuthority–
AspertheGovernmentNotificationNo.,B13011/17/2006-REHdated2ndJune,
2006;thefollowingarethecompositionofDDMAanditspowersandfunctions:
ThemembersoftheDDMAshallbe:-
Chairperson : DeputyCommissioner(Ex-Officio)
Co-Chairperson : CEM,MADC/ProjectDirector,DRDA
Members : SuperintendentofPolice
ChiefMedicalOfficer
ExecutiveEngineer,PWD(Govt.Nominated)
ExecutiveEngineer,PHE(Govt.Nominated)
ChiefExecutiveOfficer : AdditionalDeputyCommissioner
3.3.3.1DistrictAdvisoryCommitteeonDM–
AspertheprovisionunderSection28,Sub-Section(1)ofDisasterManagement
Act, 2005 and in pursuance of the Government of Mizoram Disaster Management &
Rehabilitation Department letter No. B. 13011/21/2007-DMR of 23.05.2015, the
DistrictAdvisoryCommitteeonDisasterManagementisconstitutedwiththefollowing
membersvideNo.B.16012/8/2012–DC(S),dt.20/4/2015–
1. Chairman : DeputyCommissioner2. MemberSecretary : SubDivisionalOfficer(S)3. Members : ExecutiveEngineer,P&EDepartment
SuperintendentofPolice,Siaha ChiefMedicalOfficer,Siaha I&PRO,Siaha ExecutiveSecretary,MADC Commandant,28thAssamRifles,Siaha SubDeputyCommissioner,i/cDM&R DistrictOrganiser,DEOC,Siaha
3.3.3.2IRSintheDistrict–
IncidentResponseSystem in theDistrict is systematicallydesignedwithaviewto
ensuringeffectiveapproachindisastermanagement.Thestructureisasunder–
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Positionandsuitableofficersisasunder–
IRSPosition Suitableofficers
RESPONSIBLEOFFICER DeputyCommissioner
INCIDENTCOMMANDER Addl.DeputyCommissioner
DeputyIC SuperintendentofPolice
Information&Media
OfficerDistrictInformation&PublicRelationOfficer
LiaisonOfficer SDO(Sadar)
SafetyOfficer SDC,i/cDM&R
OPERATIONSSECTIONCHIEF Addl.SuperintendentofPolice
StagingAreaManager SDO(Civil)
ResponseBranchDirector SDC
DivisionSupervisor/Group-
in-chargeDy.SuperintendentofPolice(Hqrs.)
TaskForce/StrikeTeamCommander/Leaders of SDRF,MAP,MRP, IR, Fire
&Emergency,YMA
SingleResourcesSMO-Health&FamilyWelfareDept.,
SDO-PWD/P&E,S.O,F&ES.
TransportationBranch DistrictTransportOfficer
RoadGroup
Group-in-charge DeputySuperintendentofPolice
VehicleCoordinator DistrictTransportOfficer
Loading-in-charge/
Unloading-in-chargeMotorVehicleInspector,TransportDept.
RailGroup
Group-in-charge NotRelevantinDistrictLevelinMizoram.
Coordinator NotRelevantinDistrictLevelinMizoram.
Loading-in-charge/
Unloading-in-chargeNotRelevantinDistrictLevelinMizoram.
WaterGroup
Group-in-charge ExecutiveEngineer,PHE
Coordinator SubDivisionalOfficer,PHE
Loading-in-charge/ JuniorEngineer,PHE
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Unloading-in-charge
AirOperationsGroup
Group-in-charge
AirOperationsDistrictAviation/Helipad
Helibase/
Helipad-in-chargeExecutiveEngineer,PWD
Loading/
Unloading-in-chargeSuperintendentofExcise.
PLANNINGSECTIONCHIEF DeputyCommissioner
Resourceunit Commandant,MRHG
Check-in-statusRecorder DFO,Environment&Forest(MADC)
Situationunit Sub-DivisionalPoliceOfficer
DisplayProcessor DistrictInformation&PublicRelationOfficer
FieldObserver RepresentativeofSubHqrsYMA/YLA/MTP
WeatherObserver DAO,AgricultureDept.
DocumentationUnit DEO,EducationDept.
DemobilizationUnit SuperintendentofPolice
TechnicalSpecialist ExecutiveEngineer,P&EDept.
LOGISTICSSECTIONCHIEF SuperintendentofPolice
ServiceBranchDirector LocalAdministrativeOfficer(MADC)
Communicationunit InspectorWireless,PoliceDept.
MedicalUnit CMO,Health&FamilyWelfareDept.
FoodUnit DCSO,FCS&CADept.
SupportBranchDirector DistrictLocalAdministrativeOfficer
ResourceProvisioningUnit DCSO,FCS&CADept
FacilitiesUnit SuperintendentofTaxes
GroundSupportUnit ExecutiveEngineer,PublicWorkDepartment
FinanceBranchDirector DTO,Accounts&TreasuriesDept.
TimeUnit DistrictResearchOfficer,Economic&Statistic
Compensation/ClaimUnit RevenueOfficer(MADC).
ProcurementUnit DeputyCommissioner
CostUnit DeputyCommissioner
3.3.3.3EOCsetupandfacilitiesavailableinthedistrict
Siaha District has an exclusive Disaster Management Nerve Centre known as
DistrictEmergencyOperationCentre(DEOC)attheOfficeoftheDeputyCommissioner.
TheDistrictEOCisfunctionalforfivedaysinaweekduringofficehoursandismanned
atpresentbyoneDistrictOrganizer(D.O.)anda IVGradeworker.TheDistrictEOCis
equippedwith ICT equipment and is also providedwith search& rescue equipments
(thelistofavailableequipmentsisgivenbelow).Thiscentreisintendedtocoordinate
alldisasterrelatedactivitiesinthedistrictstartingfrompreparednesstorehabilitation
andreconstruction.
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List of equipments available at DEOC, Siaha
S/n Name of Equipments Quantity Location Remark
1. Figure of 8 3 EOC Good
2. Rapelling mitten 4 EOC Good
3. Ascender jummer 4 EOC Good
4. Photo Copier (Sharp) with stabilizer 1 EOC Good
5. Jumper 4 EOC Good
6. Aluminium ladder 2 EOC Good
7. Climbing rope 10 mm 2
bundles EOC Good
8. Climbing rope 8 mm 1 bundle EOC Good
9. Tape Artier 2 EOC Good
10. Body Harness 4 EOC Good
11. Heavy duty work glove 2 EOC Good
12. Climbing Helmet 120 nos. EOC Good
13. Carabiner screw 10 EOC Good
14. Carabiner Plain 10 EOC Good
15. Sit Harness 4 EOC Good
16. Pully 2 EOC Good
17. Stretcher 1 EOC Good
18. Sledge Hammer 2 EOC Good
19. LCD Screen 1 EOC Good
20. Petromax 3 EOC Good
21. Portable Inflatable Lightning System 1 EOC Good
22. Projector 1 EOC Good
23. Fire Extinguisher 10 Good
24. High Power Electronic Siren 2 EOC Good
25. Computer and its accessories 1 EOC Good
26. Combo sound 4 EOC Good
27. PA Set/Megaphone : HITUNE Bass PM- 90 6 EOC Good
28. Emergency Light 2 EOC Good
29. Hammer 1 EOC Good
30. Fax Machine (Panasonic KX-FP701) 1 EOC Good
31. Stabilizer (KV 4) Indo 1 EOC Good
32. Multipurpose Diamond Saw for concrete, metal
with Diamon wheel 1 EOC Good
33. Diamond Blade for multipurpose Diamond Saw 2 EOC Good
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3.3.3.4AlternateEOC–
1.DCbungalow
2.CircuitHouse
3.DCconferencehall
4.SPOffice
5.CEMbungalow
3.3.4 PublicandPrivateemergencyservicefacilitiesavailableinthedistrict–
ResourcesofDistrictHospital,Siaha–
TotalBedstrength - 50
Manpower(Doctor) - 12
General - 8
Specialist - 4
AYUSH - 1
Nurses - 18
GroupD - 12(regular)
34. Angle Cutter 14”Dia 1 EOC Good
35. Replacement Blade for angle cutter 2 EOC Good
36. Traffic Cone 5 EOC Good
37. Cordoning Tape 2 coils EOC Good
38. Spade with steel handle 3 EOC Good
49. Pliers 2 EOC Good
40. Chainsaw 2 EOC Good
41. Rope ladder 2 EOC Good
42. Four fold stretcher 1 EOC Good
43. Generator 2.5KVA 1 EOC Good
44. Fire Extinguisher 2 Kg 1 EOC Good
45. Inflatable Boat 1 EOC Good
46. Life jacket 6 EOC Good
47. WT Set 3 EOC Good
48. Tower Light 1 EOC Good
S/N NameofEquipments Quantity Location Remark
DISTRICTHOSPITAL,SIAHA
1. OperationTable 2 DHSOnemajor,one
minor
2. AnaesthesiaMachine 1 DHS Workingcondition
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DistrictExecutiveForce(DEF)
S/N Rank PresentStrength
1. SuperintendentofPolice 12. AddlSuperintendentofPolice 13. DeputySuperintendentofPolice 14. SubDivisionalPoliceOfficer 15. Inspector 26. SubInspector 157. AssistantSubInspector 68. HeadConstable 199. Constable 9410. Driver 13 Total 153
MizoramPoliceRadioOrganisation(M.P.R.O)–
Stations Inspector S.I A.S.I H.C C/GD FLR
Siaha 1 2 3 9 2 1
Tuipang - 1 - 2 1 -
Phura - - - 2 - -
Kawlchaw - - - 2 - -
Lungbun - - - 2 - -
Total 1 3 3 17 3 1
3. MultiparaMinotor 1 DHS Working
4. OxygenConcentrator 5 DHS OTWard
5. UltrasoundMachine 2 DHS Workingcondition
6. DiathermyMachine 1 DHS Workingcondition
7. OTLamp 1 DHS Workingcondition
8. SuctionMachine 10 DHS Workingcondition
9. EndoscopyMachine 1 DHS Workingcondition
10. AmbuBag 4 DHS Workingcondition
11. X-RayMachine 1 DHS Workingcondition
12. Defibrillator 1 DHS Workingcondition
13. Ambulance 2 DHS Oneworking,oneoutoforder
14. LabourTable 2 DHS Workingcondition
15. ECGMachine 1 DHS Workingcondition
16. Colposcope 1 DHS Workingcondition
17. Colonoscope 1 DHS Workingcondition
18. ECGMachine 1 DHS Workingcondition
19. PulseOximeter 5 DHS Workingcondition
20 Ventilator 1 DHS Workingcondition
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Fire&EmergencyServices–
S/N NameofPost No.ofPost
1. Stationofficer 1
2. Constable 3
3. Firemen 3
4. Driver 2
5. FireTender 2
FCS&CAstoragefacilitieswithcapacity–
S/N Location Year Capacity Area ContactNo.
1. SiahaSDC 1987 8000 140’x30’ 223018
2. Bualpui 1987 3000 36’x18’ 262167
3. Lungpher 1992 2000 50’x20’ 226021
4. Vawmbuk 1986 1500 30’x20’ 9436379158
5. Lungtian 1991 1500 30’x20’ 9436149630
6. Sangau 1994 3000 50’x20’ 2553179
7. Niawhtlang 1995 3000 50’x20’ 226503
8. Chhuarlung 1993 3000 50’x20’ 9612588096
9. Chakhang 1995 2800 48’x20’ 9436379677
10. Tuipang 1995 3000 50’x24’ 9436764632
11. Tuisih 1992 3000 50’x20’ 229222
12. Zawngling 1995 3000 50’x20’ 280007
13. Chapui 1991 1500 30’x20’ 280001
14. Vahai 1997 3000 50’x20’ 224107
15. Laki 1991 1500 30’x20’ 280007
16. Maubawk 1994 1500 30’x20’ 222579
17. Siata 1992 3000 50’x30’ 280308
18. Kawlchaw 1985 4500 60’x24’ 9436379607
19. Serkawr 1991 3000 60’x18’ 222579
20. Phura 1991 1500 30’x20’ 222704
21. Tongkolong 1994 3000 50’x20’ -
22. Lungpuk - 1500 30’x20’ -
23. Phalhrang - 1500 30’x20’ 222331
Ownersofprivateearthmovers–
Reg.No TypeofVehicle On/OffRoad Condition
MZ-01D-9681 407TurboWaterBowser OnRoad O.K
MZ-01D-6664 Pick-UpFiretender OnRoad O.K
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S/N Name Address ContactNos.
1. H.Lalchhinga NewColony 94363795112. K.Hrangsu-a NewColony 94361490863. HC.Lalmalsawma CouncilVaih 94361490084. H.Lalawii N.Siaha‘E’ 94361490115. C.Lalawmpuia N.Siaha‘W’ 94361491186. Zamanga NewSiaha 7. Vanlalngaia N.Siaha‘W’ 94368791458. K.HBeihlo NewColony 2220959. K.Sangthanga NewSiaha 22613110. C.Lalthlamuana N.Siaha‘E’ 9436149527
Listoftruckowners
S/N Name Address ContactNos.
1. H.Lalchhinga NewColony 94363795112. K.Hrangsu-a NewColony 94361490863. N.Nadaw Vengpui 2222574. Vanlalngaia N.Siaha‘W’ 94368791455. AnthonyP.Gangte Vengpui 94361490496. C.Lalawmpuia N.Siaha‘W’ 9436149118
Civilsocietyorganizations–
The Non-Governmental Organizations (NGOs) working in Siaha district play a
significantroleineducatingthepubliconvarioussocialissuesandtheirrights.Disaster
ManagementisoneofthemajorsubjectsforthemandtheDistrictAdministrationhas
already started collaboration with such organization for community level disaster
management planning. Two Adventure clubs viz. Beino Youth Adventure Club and
MeisavaihAdventureClubareutilizedandtrainedas‘DistrictSearchandRescueTeam’.
3.3.5 Forecastingandwarningagencies–
1.StateMeteorologicalCentre,Science&TechnologyDepartment,Mizoram
2.IndianMeteorologicalDepartment(IMD)
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CHAPTER–4
PREVENTIONANDMITIGATIONMEASURES
4.1 PreventionandMitigationplanforeachhazard
A disaster depends on the type of hazards and its intensity as well as
vulnerabilityof the community.Noone canpreventanynaturalhazardsbut we can
minimize the effect by strengthening the capacity of thevulnerable groups and
reducetheriskfactors.Someactivitieslikestrengtheningnewconstructionpractices,
environment protection and proper land use plan for the urban areas etc. can be
undertakenbytheStateGovernmentandthecommunitytoreducetheimpactof
naturaldisasters.
4.2 Mitigation
Mitigation means activities taken up to reduce the impact of any hazard that
cannot be prevented or evaded. Natural hazards like cyclone, monsoon rain or
earthquakecannotbeprevented;therefore,itisnecessarytoprepareourselvesto
minimizethelossandsufferingsthatfollowsoncethesehazardsoccur.Mitigation
is, therefore,closelyassociatedwithpreparedness.Therefore,mitigationisanintegral
partofdisastermanagement.Theobjectivesofmitigationstrategyare:
· To enhance the public awareness of disaster risk reduction and public
demandsforasafercommunitiestoliveandwork
· Tosignificantlyreducetherisktominimizethelossoflife,injuries,lossof
economicsorlossofdevelopmentinitiatives,damageofinfrastructures,which
aretheresultofanydisaster.
The mitigation activities could be structural and non-structural also. The
assumption of mitigation efforts are long terms and more expenditure, which
wouldbe treatedas investment in terms of reduction of life lossand damage to
infrastructure.Theeffectivehazardassessmentandthevulnerabilityanalysiswould
projecttheprobabilityoffuturedamage/losses.
Some of the mitigation strategies suggested to the State Government to be
adaptedtominimizetheeffectofvariousdisastersareasfollows:
· Risk reductionmeasures ensure the long term economic development for the
communityasawholeratherthanshorttermbenefittoaspecificinterest.
· Riskreductionmeasuresofonedisastershouldbecompatibletotheotherrisk
reductionmeasuresforotherdisasters.
· Communityparticipationshouldbethereintheentiremitigationprogrammeto
reducethelocalrisks.
· Proactivemitigationmeasures can reduce the response timeandhelp inquick
recovery.
· Hazard identification and risk assessment shouldbe the focusof allmitigation
strategy.
· All risk reduction measures shall always be compatible to the protection of
natureandculturalresourcesoftheState.
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· Mitigation activity is to be recognized as an integral part of sustainable
developmentandmulti-disasterapproachshouldbeadopted.
4.3 PreventivemeasuresforEarthquake:
4.3.1 Structuralmitigation:
· Thebestmitigationprocessfromearthquakeistoconstructearthquakeresistant
buildingsinsafelocation.
· Unsafe old building/structures be reconstructed/retrofitted as per technical
assessmenttomakethehousesafefromearthquake.
· Landuseplanningisanessentialparttominimizetheeffectofearthquake.
· The district has to ensure the safety of buildings or institution where mass
gatheringusuallytakesplaceasinschools,publichalls,etc.
· Strictregulationforapprovalsofbuildingdesignandtoensuresafeconstruction
practicesarefollowedwhileconstructionofnewbuildingsisundertaken.
4.3.2 Non-structuralmitigation:
· Mass education on safe construction practices and protection of human
beingfromtheearthquake.Practicedo’sanddon’tsonregularbasis.
· Havemockdrillswithallinstitutionsandbuildingstoensurethepreparedness.
· Trainingofengineersandmasonsonsafeconstructionpractices
4.4 PreventivemeasuresforFlood:
4.4.1 Structuralmitigation:
· Strengthentheearlywarningsystemforaccuratewarningtothecommunity.
· Stormdrainsarestrengthenedandclearedbeforerainyseason.
· Land use planning is done properly to avoidmudslides and landslides due to
heavyrainfall.
· Streamrestorationcanbedonebasedontherainwatercarryingcapacityto
avoidfloodduetoheavypouring.
4.4.2 Non-structuralmitigation:
· Communityawarenessandeducationisrequiredtopreventflood.
· Mapping of flood prone areas and flood risk mapping which can assist
duringpre-disasterdecisionmaking.
· Formulation of flood preparedness plan which includes emergency response
planning and training, land use regulation, flood proofing, setting alternative
plansandlocalsocialstructurestrengthening.
4.5 PreventivemeasuresforCyclone/Highwind:
4.5.1 Structuralmitigation:
· Structuralmodificationsinexistinghousestokeeptheroof intactduringheavy
wind.
· ConstructionofCyclonesheltersthatcanactassafeplacestofleeduringcyclone.
· Constructionofwindbreakerstominimizetheeffectofhighwindonthehouses.
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4.5.2 Non-structuralmitigation:
· StrengthenearlywarningsystemintheState.CoordinatewithMeteorologyDept.
togetlocalizedcyclonicinformationandalertthepeopleforpreparedness.
· Useoftechnologytoidentifyevacuationroutesincaseofemergency.
· Mapping, delineation and demarcation of cyclone hazard areas and
sensitive/vulnerableareastohighwindvelocities.
· Design and control of Land use so that least critical activities are placed in
vulnerable areas. Vulnerable areas can be kept for parks, grazing or play
grounds.
4.6 PreventivemeasuresforLandslides:
4.6.1 Structuralmitigation:
· Landslidesalwaysoccurredduetoheavyrainfall.Identifyallstreamrunoffand
clearblockedareasbeforetherainyseason,toavoidblockade.
· Maintainandprotect bothsidesofriverandstreamto avoiderosionand
improvethechannelsforfreeflowofwater.
· Monitoringof landslideproneareaseitherthroughanautomatedsystemorby
preparationofhazardareamapsandfollowingupgroundcheckonsuchprone
areasduringmonsoonorrainingseason.
4.6.2 Non-structuralmitigation:
· House site allotment shouldbe consideredonly after careful consultationwith
LandUsePlantoavoidriskagainstlandslidesandland-sinking.
· Soil testing shouldbemandatorybeforepermission is considered for anynew
construction.
· Campaigns to create public awareness of warning services and protective
measures, importanceof insurancetoencouragesound landuseandstructural
mitigationactions.
4.7 PreventivemeasuresforDrought:
4.7.1 Structuralmitigation:
· Tracking the behavior of monsoon and taking advance action to reduce the
droughtsituation.
· Keep ready with food for work programme, so that peoplewould get
opportunitytoearntheirlivelihoodswhenseveredroughtisforecasted.
· Construction of rainwater harvesting structures in prone areas to ensure that
waterisatleastavailableduringdroughtprevalence.
4.7.2 Non-structuralmitigation:
· Stategovernmentcanprovidenecessarysupportonalternativecropplanningto
thefarmers.
· Cropinsuranceshouldbepromotedtotransfertherisk.
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· Microwatersheddevelopmentshouldbeinitiatedwithcommunityparticipation
formaintenanceandoptimumutilizationofwatertoavoiddroughtsituation.
4.8 PreventivemeasuresforHailstorm:
4.8.1 Structuralmitigation:
For new construction as well as retrofitting existing buildings, techniques to
minimizehaildamageinclude:
· Including measures such as structural bracing, shutters, laminated glass in
windowpanes,andhail-resistantroofcoveringsorflashinginbuildingdesignto
minimizedamage.
· Improvingroofsheathingtopreventhailpenetration;
· Installinghailresistantroofingandsiding.
4.8.2 Non-structuralmitigation:
· Postingwarningsignageatlocalparks,countyfairs,andotheroutdoorvenues.
· Teaching school children about the dangers of hail and how to take safety
precautions.
4.9 PreventivemeasuresforPestattack:
· 10%cow’surineissprayedoncein10daysthrice.
· Halflitrecow’surinealongwith½litresourbuttermilkismixedwith9litresof
water.Thisissprayedoncein7daystwice.
· Cow’surineandwaterismixedintheratio1:2.Theseedsorrootsofseedlings
aresoakedinthisforhalfanhourbeforesowingortransplanting.
· 40kgsofneemcakeperacreisappliedasbasalmanureforvegetablecropsto
preventdiseases.
· If there is a disease attack in the nursery, then add 10% cow’s urine extract
alongwiththewaterthatisusedtoirrigatethenursery.
(http://www.agritech.tnau.ac.in/org_farm/orgfarm_pestanddisease.html)
4.10 MitigationMeasuresforCropsagainstfrostandcoldwave:
Department of Agriculture & Cooperation, Ministry of Agriculture closely
monitors cold wave situation in consultation with India Meteorological Department
(IMD)andStateGovernments.
Farmersaretoprovidelightirrigationasperneed,immediatelyprunedamaged
tipsofbranchesorshoot,burnleave/wastematerialintheorchardtocreatesmokeand
managerejuvenationofdamagedcropsthroughpruningofdeadmaterial,applicationof
extra doses of fertilizer through foliar sprays. Illustrative example of mitigation
measuresduringdifferentvegetativestagesareasunder:
Sl.No Stagesofplantgrowth Measurestobetakenbyfarmers
1.Seedling/NurseryStage
Change of micro climate by smokingaroundthefieldespeciallyduringnight.
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2. VegetativeStage Irrigating the field, smoking the fieldduringnight.
3. ReproductiveStage
4.HarvestingStage Harvest the crop at physiological
maturitystage.
(Source: Contingency Plan developed by Central Research Institute for Dry land
Agriculture(CRIDA),availableathttp://www.crida.in/)
4.11 LivestockmanagementduringDisasters
The following preparations are essential for management of animals during
disasters:
(i) Developmentofcycloneandothernaturalcalamitywarningsystem:Early
Warning Systemwouldmake it possible to avoidmany adverse economic and
humancoststhatariseduetothedestructionoflivestockresourceseveryyear.
(ii) Establishmentoffodderbanksatthevillagelevelforstorageoffodderinthe
formofbalesandblocks for feedinganimalsduringdroughtandothernatural
calamities is an integral part of disaster mitigation. The fodder bankmust be
established at a secure highland that may not be easily affected by a natural
calamity.
(iii) Supplyoffeedingredientsatnominalcost:Mostgrainrations forcattleand
sheepprovideenoughproteintomaintainasatisfactory10-12%level.Butwhen
wefeedlivestockinemergencysituations–mostlylow–proteinmaterialssuch
as ground ear corn, grain straws or grass straws – a protein supplement is
needed.Adequatereservesaspertheavailabilityofresourceswillbedeveloped.
(iv) Conservation ofmonsoon grasses in the form of hay and silage during the
flush season greatly helps in supplementing shortage of fodder during
emergencies.
(v) Provisionoffreemovementofanimalsforgrazingfromaffectedstatestothe
unaffectedreducespressureonpasturesandalsofacilitatesearlyrehabilitation
oftheaffectedlivestock.
(vi) Treatment and vaccination of animals against contagious diseases in flood
affectedareas.
4.12 MitigationStrategyofsomeGovernmentDepartments:
Some of the suggested measures to be undertaken by different Government
Departmentasmitigationapproachforvariousdisasters:
(i) AgricultureDepartment:
· Storingofseeds,seedlings,minikits,fertilizers,pesticidesandotheragricultural
inputs formaking them readily available to the affected cultivators under the
loan/grantforraisingalternativecropsafteranydisaster.
· Raisingseedbedswithsupport fromcommunityandkeeptheminstocktothe
placespronetothedisastersforeasyaccess.
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· Introductionofnewseedsstoragebanksatcommunitylevel.
(ii) SchoolEducationDepartment:
· HaveSchoolSafetyPlansinallschools.
· Practiceevacuationdrillsonregularbasis.
· Strengthen school building against earthquake, cyclonic storms, landslides and
fire.
· Readywithbooksandkitsforcrashcourseafteranymajordisasters.
(iii) HealthDepartment:
· Thereshouldbeahealthandmedicalservicesplanforvulnerableareas.
· EmergencyMassCasualtyPlansforeachhospitalandhealthservicecenterstobe
drawnup.
· Mobilehealthandmedicalfacilitiestobealwaysalertandready.
· Materialsandmanpowershallbemadeavailableatalltimetosetuptemporary
healthcentersinaffectedareas.
· Inoculation,vaccinationandhealthcareshallalwaysbeinreadiness.
(iv) PublicHealthEngineeringDepartment:
· Keeping readymaterials required for quick supply of drinkingwaterwhere it
mayberequiredafteranydisaster.
· Protect all water supply systems from earthquake and landslides. Keep ready
with alternate water supply system in case normal water supply system is
broken.
· ProvidewatertoFire&EmergencyServiceswhenthereisanoutbreakof
fireforrefillingofemptyFireTenderwithoutanydelayintime.
· Proper drainage and sewerage system be constructed to prevent or mitigate
landslide,etcinSiahaandothertowns.
(v) PoliceDepartment:
· TrainedPersonnelshallbeplacedinstaticdutyintheirrespectivebattalionsas
far as possible to facilitate quick response and efficiency in Search & Rescue
operationsasnobodyknowswhendisastermaystrike.
· Putonalertofficersandotherrankstoimmediatelyactandtakecontrolof
anycriticalsituationsidebysidewiththeadministration.
· Providesecurityduringreliefoperationindisastersituation.
· During normal time, trained personnel of SDRF Units can impart training to
CommunityDMTsonresearchandrescueoperationandmaintainlinkageswith
communityleadersforbettercohesionduringanytypeofdisaster.
(vi) FireandEmergencyServices:
· Createmore community volunteers to support the department in carrying out
theiractivities.
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· Organize trainings of volunteers and upgrade their skill and knowledge on
searchandrescueonregularbasis.
· AuxiliaryFireForceberecruitedduringcriticalperiod–FebruarytoMay.
(vii) PublicWorksDepartment:
· Maintainallroadsbeforetherainyseasons.
· Ensuring that equipments, materials and workers are kept ready to repair
brokenroadsandestablishlinkagesquicklyafteranydisaster.
· Keepanupdatedlistofheavyearthmovingequipment,etcwithcontactnumbers.
· Special provision for roadside drainage be included with road development
projects.
· Vigilance maintained during construction work to ensure that engineering
designsarestrictlyfollowedforsafetyagainstcyclonicwindandearthquake.
· Rock fall/Landslide vulnerable area be monitored regularly and take
necessarypreventivemeasuresbyremovingorfixingthoseportionswhich
arelikelytofallduringrainyseason.Suchworksalongtheroadsbemaintained
bythedepartmenttoavoidrisktolifeandtomaintainregularflowoftraffic.
(viii) PowerandElectricityDepartment:
· Assess the electricity supply system of the district and take preventive
actiontoprotectthesupplysystemduringdisasterperiods.
· Keepingreadytherequirementsofmanpowerandstocktomeetanyemergency
situation.
· Conduct refreshers’ training for existing staff at regular interval to handle the
emergency situation and provide electricity to the essential services and
communityaswell.
· Keep equipments ready to provide electricity supply temporarily to disaster
affectedareas.
(ix) Environment&ForestDepartment:
· Supportthecommunityingenerationofwindbreakbyplantingappropriate
treesnearthecommunitysettlements.
· Give support to Soil & Water Conservation Department to maintain all river
banksandstreamstoprotectlandslidesandmudslides.Enhancethecommunity
participationingenerationofmoresaplingsandencouragethemtoprotectthe
forest.
· Generatetheawarenessamongthecommunitytoavoidforestfire.
(x) TransportDepartment:
· Keeplistoftransport/vehicleforreliefandrescueoperation.
(xi) Food,CivilSuppliesandConsumersAffairsDepartment:
· Construction of food storage facilities in disaster prone areas to keep
sufficientfood-grainbeforedisasterseasons.
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· Stocksufficientfood-grainbeforemonsoonstartsinisolatedruralareas.
(xii) LandRevenue&SettlementDepartment:
· CoordinatewithUrbanDevelopment&PovertyAlleviationDepartmentand
followtheLandUsePlanapprovedbytheGovernmentbeforemakinghouse
sitesplanforresidentialorotherpurposes.
· ‘Nodevelopmentzones’asperapprovedLandUsePlanshouldbedisturbed.
· Naturaldrainagesshouldnotbedisturbedwhileallotmentofhousesitesinareas
wherenaturaldrainscrossesthesites.
(xiii) VillageCouncils/LocalCouncils:
· LC/VC level DisasterManagement Committee be formed to look after various
aspectsofpreandpostdisasteractivities.
· CoordinatewiththelocalNGO’stoestablishactiveDisasterManagementTeams
for various activities like Search & Rescue, First Aid, Shelter Management,
Information & Damage and Needs Assessment, Relief Coordination, Trauma
Counseling,Food&WaterSupply,etcasmaybeconsideredrequired.
· Assess the risk factor of the community and develop various protection
measuresalongwiththeGovernmentDept.andNGOs.
· HaveaVClevelDMPlanandregularlyupdatetheknowledgeandskillofDMTs.
· Carryoutmockdrillstwiceayeartoassessthepreparednesslevels
4.13 EarlywarningandDisseminationSystem:
General warning may not be useful to the community but specific warning
indicatingtheprobabilityofaffectedareasandintensityofthedisastercouldhelpboth
thecommunityandGovernmentsystemtomanagethedisastereffectively.
Early warning system indicates the onset of a disaster, its intensity, possible
affected areas and the systemmay range fromalarms, sirens, public announcements;
media to reach the mass community through radio and TV for various disasters. In
remote and hilly areas, people use some of the traditional methods to communicate
with each other. For example, beating drums, using colour lights, ringing bells, using
variouscolourflags,torchlightmorsecodecommunicationtocommunicatewithpeople
livinginremoteandinaccessibleareas.
Districtadministrationisprimarilyresponsibleforthedisseminationofearly
warningbasedontheinformationreceivedfromthetechnicalagenciessuchasIMD,
CWC,etc.
These are the following technical agencies that are responsible for issue of
hazardwiseearlywarnings:
Earthquake: The data acquired from or dispatched by Indian Meteorological
Department(IMD)shouldbeutilizedforearlywarning.Informationforearlywarning
should be disseminated to the public by the responsible State/District level Disaster
managementauthorities.
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Flood:Dataor informationdispatchedbyMeteorologicaldept./CWC/Water resource
dept.,shouldbeusedforearlywarning.
Cyclone: IndianMeteorological Department (IMD) is the nodal agency for observing,
detecting, tracking and forecasting cyclones which develop in the Indian seas.
Informationcanalsobeacquiredfromcycloneearlywarningcentreslocatedontheeast
coastofIndia.
Epidemics: Information acquired through diseases surveillance team, etc of Health
Departmentshouldbeusedforearlywarning.
Fire:FireServices/Policeshoulddisseminatenecessaryearlywarninginformation.
Road Accident/ Road Blocked: Police Department will be responsible for early
warning dissemination for this hazard. The earlywarning information received from
these agencies/Depts. for specific hazards will be used for further planning and
information dissemination to responsible State/District level Disaster management
authorities.
4.13.1DisseminationofWarning:
With regard to the dissemination of warning to the communities and other
concerned,followingpointsaretobekeptinmind–
· Analternateearlywarningtrackingshouldbeidentifiedandkeptreadyincase
offailureoftheregularearlytrackingsystemlikefailureofpowerfunctionsetc.
· Identifytheofficerforissueofearlywarning.Makesurethatthereisabackupof
thenodalofficertoissueearlywarning.
· The warning message should be simple and easily understood by the
communities.Thereshouldbeawarenessamongthecommunitiesregarding
various type of warning signal and its intensity.The languageshouldbe in
local and should limit the use of technical words for dissemination of early
warning.
· TheDo’sandDon’tsshouldbeclearlycommunicatedtothecommunityand
ensureanappropriateresponsefromthecommunity.
· Make sure that warning message should not create any panic and confusion
among the community. Rumor controlmechanism should be there to control
panicandcuriosity.
· Allrelevantagencyandorganizationshouldbealertedandmakethemactive.
· Use DMT members and VC members for early warning dissemination. They
shouldbetrainedtounderstandtheearlywarningmessageformassawareness.
· Oncewarningisissued,thecommunityshouldbeinformedaboutthesituationat
regularinterval.
· Afterthedangerisover,de-warningshouldbeimmediatelydisseminated.
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4.14 Damburstscenarioanditscontingencyplan
TypeofDam No.offailure %failure
EarthDama 30 83.33%
CompositeDams 3 8.33%
MasonryDams 3 8.33%
Total 36 100%
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Themost common cause of dam failures in India is breaching accounting for
about 44% of cases followed by overtopping that accounted for about 25% failures.
MajorityofIndiandamshavefailedimmediatelyafterconstructionoratthetimeoffirst
full-load,whichcanbeclearlyattributedtofactorsofeitherinadequatedesignorpoor
qualityofconstruction.
OnlyonedamisthereinSiahaDistrictlocatedatTipa.TheDamwasconstructed
forthepurposeofsmallhydelpowerproject.Humansettlementisnotclosetothesite
of existing dam for which risk of failure and other related hazards may not be very
sensitivetothelocalresidentswithinTipaRDBlock.
SafetyPlans
RoutinePeriodicInspections
SafetyInspectionofDams
Routine Periodic Inspection by trained and experienced engineers from
concerneddepartmentatleasttwiceayear-Premonsoonandpostmonsoon
Examinationofgeneralhealthofthedamandappurtenantworks
Preparedness of dam and hydro mechanical structures for handling expected
floods
ComprehensiveDamSafetyEvaluation
Onceina10year
Morecomprehensiveexamination
Multi-disciplinaryteamforholisticview
May order additional field and laboratory investigations as well as numerical
simulations
DDMA,Siahaincoordinationwithlinedepartmentandotherstakeholdersshall
take certain preventivemeasures for safety of thedamaswell as of the surrounding
environment.Stategovernmentshouldalsobeinvariablyropedintotheaction.
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CHAPTER–5
PREPAREDNESSMEASURES5.1 Identificationofstakeholdersinvolvedindisasterresponse:
Whendisasterstrikes,therehastobeasystematicresponsesystemsoastodeal
withthesituationinanorganizedmanner.SinceDM&Rdepartmentaloneisnotableto
manageanyeventualities,coordinationandsupportiveactionsofvariousstakeholders
shouldbeensuredimmediately.
Search&RescueTeamwhichiscomposedofMizoramPolicepersonnelwill
be responsible to the site operation requiring a single command system.
According to the severity or magnitude of the disaster, SDRF may be
deployedthroughproperchannelofcommunicationastheyarestationedin
otherdistricts.
Variousstakeholdersandtheirsuitablepositionsareclearlymentionedinthe
IRSwhichhasbeenincorporatedinthepreviouschapter.
5.2 FormationofTeams:
Function NodalAgency SupportingAgency
Earlywarning DEOC I&PRCommunication MPRO BSNL,I&PR,NICEvacuation
Police
Police,FireServices,NCC,Army,PWD(State&MADC),PHE(State&MADC)
SearchandRescue
Police&Fire
Police,Beino&MeisavaihAdventureClub,AssamRifles.
LawandOrder Police HomeGuardsMedical&TraumaCounseling
HealthDeptt. SWD,MCHP,CDPO
WaterSupply PHE(State) PHE&LAD(DistrictCouncil)
Relief Food&CivilSupplies,
NGOs
DebrisandRoadClearance
PWD(State) PWD&LAD(DistrictCouncil)
HelpLines,WarningDissemination
D.C. NIC,MPRO,I&PR,NGO
Electricity P&E(State) NGOsTransport RTP(State) PWD(State&Council)
Damage&LossAssessment
DC(DM&Rbranch)
RevenueDeptt,MADC
5.3 ActivationofIRSinthedistrict:
Incident Response System will be activated by chairman of DDMA depending
upontheextentofdamagecausedbycalamitiesofanytypes.
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IRShas flexibility and adaptability tobe applied to awide variety of incidents
andeventsbothlargeandsmall.
5.4 Protocolforseekinghelpfromotheragencies:
UndertheleadershipofSuperintendentofPolice,MizoramPolicepersonnelwill
takeactionon searchand rescue.Asandwhenaneedarise, SDRFcanbeengaged in
suchoperation.
5.5 Mechanisms for checking and certification of logistics, equipments and
stores:
DDMAwill ensure that equipments available at DEOC are functional and that
periodicalcheckingandcertificationoflogistics,equipmentsaswellasstoresbelonging
tootherstakeholdersandlinedepartmentsiscarriedout.
5.6 Operationalcheck-upofwarningsystems:
Districtadministrationisprimarilyresponsibleformaintainingwarningsystems
within its jurisdiction which is supposed to be 24x7 operational. Dissemination of
informationrelatingtoimpendingnaturalhazardsandothereventualitiesshouldbeon
time so as to facilitate preparedness measures. Therefore, District administration or
DDMAmay,byofficeorderorothermeans,givedirectionstimeandagaintotechnical
departmentswhichareresponsible to theservicesof informationandcommunication
tokeeptheirsystemsalwaysinorder.
The riskand vulnerability map and resource maps are kept in EOC for
quickdecisionandaction.Aclear-cutwarningdisseminationwillbedevelopedbyEOC.
5.7 Seasonalinspectionoffacilitiesandcriticalinfrastructure:
AsDDMAismandatedbytheDMAct,2005toexaminethesoundnessandsafety
ofgovernmentbuildingsandcriticalinfrastructureslikehospitals,schools,market,etc,
structural safetyaudit shallbe initiatedbyDDMA. In this regard, servicesof technical
departmentslikePWDandPHEareessentialsoastoworkoutappropriatesuggestions
andcommentsforfurthercourseofaction.
5.8 CommandandCoordination:
Deputy Commissioner is the head of the district administrative set up and
chairperson of the District Disaster Management Authority as per the Disaster
Management Act, 2005. He is designated as the Responsible Officer in respect of
incident response system in the District. The heads of different departments in the
Districtwill have separate roles to play dependingon the nature and kind of
disaster.
In case when central teams (NDRF, Armed Forces) are deployed, the
ResponsibleOfficerwillensureresolutionofallconflicts.Forthispurposehemay
attacharepresentativeofsuchagenciesintheEOCwhereallconflictscaneasilybe
resolvedatthehighestlevel.TheteamssodeployedwillhavetoworkinOSinthe
form of Single Resource, Strike Teams or Task Forces under the supervision of
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Operation Section Chief. The Incident Commander (IC) will also exercise close
supervisionforresolutionofallconflicts,ifrequired.TheIncidentCommander(IC)will
workinclosecoordinationwithEOCandreporttoResponsibleOfficer.TheResponsible
Officerwillensurethatthestrategicgoalsareachievedthroughtheimplementationof
theIAPbytheIRTsworkinginthefield.
5.9 QuickResponseTeam:
QRT has been constituted by DC Office on 28th August, 2017 vide
No.B.16012/8/2012-DC (S). The teamshallperformunder the joint commandof SDC
i/cDM&R,DCOfficeandSDPO,Siaha.
Sl. No Name of police Phone number
1. C/- S. Ramdinsanga 9612434423
2. C/- A. Lalthianghlima 9862819650
3. C/- K. Lalsangkima 8974710505
4. C/- N. Tintlunga 7085628587
5.10 NGOsandstakeholderscoordination:
When any eventuality takes place causing disruptions or calamities, the first
victimsandrespondersarethecommunitiesthemselves.Hence,NGOsshouldbegiven
certaindutiesandresponsibilitiestoperformbefore,duringandafteroccurrenceofany
typeofdisasters.
Siaha District has a good number of NGOs like MTP, YMA, MYA, YLA, MCHP,
MHIP,LWA,etc.Theseorganizationsareveryactiveintheirrespectiveareasofconcern.
MaraThyutliaPy(MTP)isplayingadominantroleabovetheotherNGOsinthedistrict
asmostofthepeoplebelongtoMaratribe.
5.11 SeasonalPreparednessforFloodandCyclone
5.11.1FloodPreparedness:
Pre-disasterperiod:
· TheDDMA/BDMChas to callmeetingsofdisastermanagement committeesat
district/blockandvillagelevelsrespectivelytoassessthelevelofpreparedness
asperthedisastermanagementplans,preferablyeverythreemonths.
· Ensurethealertnessofallvulnerablepocketsforfloodwarning.
· Ensure the functionality of the control rooms at various levels and assess the
functionalityofallwarningdisseminationequipmentsonamonthlybasisbythe
delegatedrepresentativeatDistrict,blockorvillagelevels.
· Repairbrokenculvertsandclearall stormwaterdrainage for free flowof rain
water.
· Ensure thedisseminationofweatherbulletinand floodbulletins issuedby the
concernedauthorizeddepartment.
· DeploymentofSDRFteamandlocalsearchandrescueDMTmembersforrescue
oftheaffectedpopulationquickresponse.
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· Keepnecessarystuffsuchasfood,clothesaspertherequirementofthatlocality
andkeepalerttheStateDept.formoresupport.
· Trainingwillbebroughttothevillagelevelratherthanbringingthemtogetherat
some town or village. The training at village level will involve all concerned
includingvoluntaryorganizationsandchurches.
· Form a team for post–trauma counseling with the local organization
including church leaders, medical professionals and other specialized
persons(ifavailable)andtraintheminthesubject.
· Activate the crisis management team/ disaster management team and allow
them for pre-positioning of equipments or materials. Constitution of various
relief, search and rescue teams as per the requirement and keep ready all
materialsforquickdisposaloftheteamstotheaffectedareas.
· Assigncoordinatoramongsttheteamwhowillbeleadingtheresponse.(Village
Council/MTPPresidentoranyotherrelevantperson).
Arrangementduringfloodtime:
· ActivatetheIncidentCommandsystemforthefloodaffectedareas.
· Assess the floodreportondailybasisandkeepcontactwithcontrol rooms for
necessarysupport.
· Dispatchreliefandtemporarysheltermaterialstotheaffectedareas.
· CoordinatingtheresponsebytheteamheadedbytheCoordinator.
· Ensure the rescue or evacuation of entire population from affected areas and
providethenecessaryreliefsupport.
· Take help of existing trained DMT members for all activities including
distributionofreliefmaterials.
· Issue flood bulletins for community in local language andmake sure that it is
easilyunderstoodbycommunity.
· Maintain peace, law and order in the affected areas and control the panic and
rumors.
ActivitiesinPostfloodsituations:
· Clear the road communication and clear the debris from the villageswith the
helpofvillageDMTmembers.
· DamageassessmentsdonebythetrainedDMTmembersalongwithauthorities
andGovernmentofficialforgettingquickassistanceforrecovery.
· Reportshouldbemadeimmediatelyandwidelycirculated.
· Startrestorationofdamagehousesandallowtheaffectedpeopletomovebackto
theirhomes.
· Urgent repair of affected community institutions such as school building and
healthcentersforquickstartofservices.
· Make sure the provision of safe drinking water, power supply and health
facilitiesfortheaffectedpopulation.
· Urgent repair of broken road, bridges, culverts to make sure of
communicationfacilities.
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· Facilitate a post-trauma counseling for those affected directly and encourage
people to start their incomegenerating activities orallowthemto work
andearnsomethingfortheirlivelihood.Donotencourageanybodytositidle
andgetfoodfromreliefservices.
· Motivate the people to go for insurance and protect their houses and
transformtherisktoinsurancecompany
5.11.2Cyclone/WindandHailstormpreparedness:
ThewindspeedsareoftenveryhighandlocalizedinMizoram.DEOC(DCOffice)
shouldcoordinatewiththeDirectorateofDM&RandMeteorologicalDepartmenttoget
localizedweatherinformationandtrytodisseminateitassoonaspossible.Houseswith
thatchedortinroofsaremorevulnerabletohighwindspeed/cyclonicstorm.
Pre-disasteractions:
· Disseminatethelocalizedearlywarningmessagesspeciallytothevulnerable
groups,thosewhoarelivinginthethatchedandtinroofs.
· Educatethepeopleontheimpactof thehighwind speedanditseffect.
Allowthemtogotothesafeplaceidentifiedinthecommunityandasper
basedindisastermanagementplan.
· Activate the trained DMTs for action in their respective roles as per the
requirementofthework.
· Check the stockof food stuff asper the requirement or send request formore
foodstufftomanagethesituation.
· ArrangevehicleandalertSDRFandlocalrescueteamsforearlydeployment.
· AlertMedicalTeambeforethecyclonicstormandrequestforsufficientstaffwith
medicinefortheaffectedareas.
· Arrangequickevacuationofthepeoplebasedonthewarningtosafeplace.
· Havea mockdrill tofamiliarizeof theDMplanamongthevillagersand
DMTmembers.
ActionduringCyclone/Highwind/Hailstorms:
· Rescue operation may be geared up to evacuate the people to safe place
identifiedinthevillageDMplan.
· Keep all food stuff and other necessities in the pre-identified place for the
affectedpopulation.
· Keepalltheevacueesinthesafeplacesandkeeparecordofallandensurethat
nobodygoesoutsideduringthehighwindstorm.
· Providenecessarysupporttotheaffectedpopulationintermsoffood,waterand
medicine.
· Keep special care for the children, sickpeople, pregnant, lactatingmother and
personswithdisabilities.
· Maintainpeaceandcalminthetemporaryshelterandengageeverybodyin
differentactivities.
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Postdisasteractivities:
· Allow village DMT members along with Government authorized persons for
damage assessment of the affected areas in termsof house/propertydamage,
cropdamageandlossoflivestocketc.
· Basedonthedamageassessment,arrangethedistributionofassistanceforquick
recovery.
· Provisionofsafedrinkingwater,sanitationfacilitiesandfoodintheaffected
areas.
· Allow the community to clean the roads and villages through food for work
programme.
· Facilitateapost-traumacounselingforthoseaffecteddirectly.
· Provide necessary health care facilities to affected population; take
precautionarymeasurestoavoidanyepidemicafterthedisaster.
· Supportthecommunitytoconstructthecycloneproofroofandgenerateagreen
beltbyplantingmoretreessurroundingthevillageandcreateawindbreaker.
· Motivatethepeopletogoforinsuranceandprotecttheirhousesandtransform
therisktoinsurancecompany.
5.12 CommunityPreparedness
Apreparedcommunityisthebestcommunitytominimizethelossanddamage
causedbythedisasters.Itisnevertoolatetoinstituteadisasterpreparednessplanin
our community. Disaster often strikeswithoutwarning. The best way to prepare for
disaster is to create a specific plan of action that can be put in place at amoment’s
notice.
5.12.1Communitywarningsystem:
Communitymembersshouldestablishandknowtheir localwarningsystem.In
theevent ofadisaster, local radioand television stationswillprovide informationon
evacuationroutes,temporarysheltersandotheremergencyprocedures.
· Telephonedirectoryisquitehelpfulintheeventofemergencyfordisseminating
reportsonincidentsaswellasforacquiringimmediateassistanceandaidsfrom
otheragenciesandstakeholders.
· Itisalsoimportanttoidentifymembersofthecommunitywhomayneedspecial
assistanceduringanemergency.
· Community members who have special skills (medical, technical, etc.) or
equipments that theywould bewilling to share in the event of an emergency
may be identified and their contacts should also be made available for easy
reference.
5.12.2Communityawareness,education:
EducationandCommunicationinitiativesfordisasterriskmanagementwillhave
twocomponents:
· Increasingknowledgeandunderstandingtostrengthenskills,andcapacitiesfor
emergencyresponseandsupportagencies;
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· Increasing knowledge and awareness amongst the people and wider
stakeholderstostrengthentheircopingabilitiesandensuretheirparticipationin
preparedness,response,recovery,andmitigationinitiatives.
Whilesomeoftheseactivitieswillfocusonemergencymanagement,otherswill
focus on larger issues of disaster risk reduction. IEC activitieswill specially focus on
vulnerabilitiesofthepoor,women,children,physicallychallenged,aged,andminorities.
Special attention shall bepaid to theuseof language in preparing IECmaterials. The
languagewill be simple and easy tounderstand. IECmaterials shouldbeprepared in
locallanguageoftheStatei.e.Mizo.AttentionwillalsobepaidtopreparepictorialIEC
materialstotargeta
5.12.3Community’sresponsibility:
Most of our preparedness is concentrated at State or at District levels before
2000. The shift has been seen in the country after few major disasters affected the
country.Eventhoughthepreparednessiswellplannedandofhighquality,thestrategy
maynotbeeffectiveduetolackofcommunityparticipation.Thegeneralfeelingisthat
communitiesarealwaysvictimsandtreatedastherecipientofthereliefonly.Theyare
notconsideredtobepartoftheresponse.
Meanwhile,anewapproachcalledCommunityBasedDisasterRiskManagement
came intobeing inwhichall communitiesareexpected toprepare theirowndisaster
managementplanonthehazardsthatareprevalentandhaveCommunitylevelDisaster
Management Committees and form their own working groups called Disaster
Management Teams. The Community Based Disaster Management Plan (CBDMP) is
based on the vulnerability of the community as well as the resources available with
them.TheyshallplanforthecapacitybuildingofallDMTmembersandconductmock
drillstofamiliarizetheDMplanandupdatetheplanfromtimetotime.
5.12.4Sensitizationofcommunityabouttheneedsofpersonswithdisabilities:
Communityshouldensure that the rightsandneedsofpeoplewithdisabilities
formanintegralpartoftheemergencyplanningprocess.Thisinvolvesthefollowing:
· Knowing about peoplewith disabilities by compiling records of addresses and
needs for assistance, andwhere they are likely to be located. All beneficiaries
with special needs during an emergency should be identified, quantified and
registeredwiththecivilprotectionauthorities.
· Common andspecific hazards and risks shouldbe considered in termsofhow
they affect people with disabilities, not merely how they impinge upon the
generalpopulation.
· Special needs are associated with care homes for the elderly, psychiatric
hospitals and rehabilitation centres, as well as other special institutions that
caterforpeoplewithseveredisabilitieswhoareunabletoliveinthecommunity.
· The needs of peoplewith disabilities in an emergencymust be estimated and
resourcesfoundtocaterforthem.Thisprocessmustrecognisetheindividuality
ofparticularneedsresultingfromdisabilityandnotovergeneralisethem.Itmust
be recognised that the needs of people with disabilities will be highly varied
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according to the typesofdisabilities involved, the livingarrangementsand the
careandsupportservicesutilisedbytheindividualsconcerned.
· Preventative emergency planning for people with disabilities should consider
whether and how individuals are able to summon assistance, whether and to
whatextentrescuersaretrainedtodealwiththem,whethertherearebarriersto
processes such as evacuation, and whether such processes are adequately
endowedwith resources, andwhether appropriate temporary accommodation
canbeprovidedtopeoplewithdisabilitiesiflong-termevacuationisrequired.
· Finally, planning should includemeasures tomonitor, evaluate, and deal with
discrimination against people with disabilities if it occurs during emergency,
disasterorcrisissituations.
5.13 StandardOperatingProcedures(SOPs)
Astandardoperatingprocedureis“anorganizationaldirectivethatestablishesa
standardcourseofaction.Inotherwords,SOPsarewrittenguidelinesthatexplainwhat
isexpectedandrequiredfromservicepersonnelinperformingtheirjobs.
PurposeoftheSOP:
· Toprovide, in a concise and convenient form, a list ofmajorexecutive actions
involved in responding to natural disasters and necessary measures for
preparedness,responseandreliefrequiredtobetaken;
· To ensure that all concerned Departments and Organizations of District
Administrationsknowtheprecisemeasurerequiredbythemateachstageofthe
process and also to ensure that all actions are closely and continuously
coordinated;and
· ToindicatevariousactionsthatwouldberequiredbytheDeputyCommissioner
within the sphere of responsibilities as the head/ chairman of the District
Disaster Management Authority so that DDMA members may prepare and
reviewtheContingencyActionPlansaccordingly.
The SOP encompasses the following five phases of disaster management for
effectiveandefficientresponsetonaturaldisasters.
1. PreparednessPhase
2. EarlyWarningPhase
3. ResponsePhase
4. ReliefPhase
5. EarlyRecovery(Restoration)Phase
StandardOperatingProcedures(SOP)atdifferentphases
The SOP encompasses the following five phases of disaster management for
effectiveandefficientresponsetonaturaldisasters.
PreparednessPhase:Thisphase include takingallnecessarymeasures forplanning,
capacitybuildingandotherpreparednesssoastobeinastateofreadinesstorespond,
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in theeventofanaturaldisaster.ThisStagealso includesdevelopmentofSearchand
RescueTeams,mobilizationofdevelopmentofSearchandRescueTeams,mobilization
ofresourcesandtakingmeasuresintermsofequipping,providingtraining,conducting
mockdrills/exercises,etc.
Early Warning Phase: This phase will include all necessary measures to provide
timely,qualitativeandquantitativewarningstothedisastermanagerstoenablethemto
take pre-emptive measures for preventing loss of life and reducing loss/damage to
property. On the occurrence of a natural disaster or imminent threat thereof, all the
concernedAgencieswillbeinformed/notifiedforinitiatingimmediatenecessaryfollow
upaction.
ResponsePhase:Thisphasewillincludeallnecessarymeasurestoprovideimmediate
succourtotheaffectedpeoplebyundertakingsearch,rescueandevacuationmeasures.
Relief Phase: This phase will include all necessary measures to provide immediate
relief and succour to the affected people in terms of their essential needs viz., food,
drinkingwater,healthandhygiene,clothing,sheltersaspertheCRFnorms.
EarlyRecovery(Restoration)Stage:Thisphasewillincludeallnecessarymeasuresto
stabilizethesituationandrestoretheutilities.
5.13.1ProtocolandarrangementsforVIPvisits
DCOfficewill take up protocol and arrangement for VIP visits as andwhen a
needarises.Incasesupportfromotherstakeholdersintermsofmanpowerandmoney,
intimationwillbesenttosuchotherdepartmentsaskingfortheirhelp.
5.13.2Procurement
Preparedness,ResponseandRecoveryphasesrequirehugeamountofmoneyto
procure various essential commodities and materials. In such emergency situation,
DDMAwillmakearrangement forprocurement of relief and responsematerials inan
appropriatemannerinthesensethattheywillcallabidforsupplyofrequiredmaterials
asperexistingguidelines.
5.13.3Logistics
Dependinguponthemagnitudeandseverityofthedisaster,DDMAwillactivate
andrequestservicesofotherstakeholders.Inordertodealwithanydisastersituation
inanorganizedandsystematicway,itisimperativetoacquireappropriateactionfrom
theconcernedauthoritiesthatareabletoprovideessentialsupporttotheneedy.
5.14 KnowledgeManagement,NetworkingandSharing
NationalDisasterManagementAuthorityhas insistedthateachandeverystate
in the country should ensure updating of relevant information and data in the IDRN
portal which is being monitored by National Institute of Disaster Management, New
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Delhi.Assuch,DistrictAdministration,i.eDCofficekeepsuploadinginformationinthe
IDRNportal.
DDMA is required to issue instruction to all offices within the district for
collectionofdatawithregardtotheresourcesandotherrelevantinformationavailable
at theirend.All linedepartmentsshould furnishdetailsof theirresource inventoryto
theDDMA/DCofficeafterwhichtheywillbeuploadedintheportalforeasyreference
atanytime.
Resource inventory available at the IDRNwill be utilized in times of crisis for
assessing the strength of the district in terms of resources to face the situation.
Therefore,statusoftheinventorymustbereliableandactualandregularupdatingshall
alsobeensured.
5.15 MediaManagement/InformationDissemination
Mediamanagementandinformationdisseminationareessentialcomponentsof
disaster management. Community should be aware of what to do and what not do
duringcrisisperiodthroughelectronicandprintmedia.
Media role shall be played by Information & Public Relation Department in
coordinationwithMizoramJournalistAssociation.Bytheirmistakesinreportingevents
and incidents, people can get into commotion and chaos which can cause a serious
concern. In view of this,media people have to take certain terms of seriousness and
utmostcarewhilemakingreportsofincidents.
Official spokespersons may be identified by concerned authority. Important
dutiesandresponsibilitiestobecarriedoutintimesofcalamitiesshouldbemadeclear
tothem.
5.16 MedicalPreparednessandMassCasualtyManagement
Medicalpreparednessandmasscasualtymanagementarethesoleresponsibility
ofDistrict hospital.Recently,DistrictHospital, Siahahas formulated a comprehensive
Planwhichconsistsofcompleteresourceinventoryandvariouscommittees.
Intheeventofanydisasterrequiringmedicalresponse,DistrictHospitalshould
beentrusteduponspecifictasksinconnectionwiththemanagementofmasscasualty.
In such a situation, Disaster Management Plan of the Hospital has to be taken into
accountforensuringstrongandeffectivemechanismofresponseandrecovery.
5.17 TeamofQualifiedEx-MilitaryPersonnel
Sl.No Name Locality ContactNo.
1. BSTako Meisavaih‘E’ 9436208206
2. Zakhai SiahatlaII 9436765929
3. Laimaw SiahatlaIII 8929834252
4. Chako SiahatlaII 9436343462
5. Pame Meisavaih 8119867881
6. BeilaLawhai VaihpiIII 6909293249
7. Samuela NewColony 8962843870
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8. S.Paha VaihpiIII 9436621392
9. Chotha SiahatlaIII 9402111183
5.18 RoleofDistrictLegalServiceAuthority
The followingstaffsof SiahaDistrictLegalServiceAuthorityareresponsible to
providenecessaryassistanceinrelationtothecasesrequiringlegalexpertise–
1. PuC.Lalramsanga,ChiefJudicialMagistrateandSecretary,DLSA
2. PuH.lalhriatrenga,UDC
3. PuZirduhmawia,LDC
4. PuHCLalhmingsanga,Peon
Further,agroupofParaLegalVolunteerswillalsogiveafootholdtotheDistrict
legalServiceAuthority–
Sl.No Name Address
1. J.Lalnuntlani Tipa‘L’
2. H.Lalrinsiama Meisatla
3. NunaAzyu MeisavaihEast
4. RaymondAzyu MeisavaihEast
5. LCEstherBeihmaso Meisatla
6. K.Lalbiakzuala Meisatla
7. C.Malsawmthangi NewSiahaWestII
8. KhaiphaAzyu Meisavaih
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CHAPTER-6
CAPACITYBUILDINGANDTRAININGMEASURES
6.1 Approach:
AccordingtoUNDP,Capacitybuildingcandefinedinmuchbroadertermsasthe
creation of an enabling environment with appropriate policy and legal frameworks,
institutional development, including community participation, human resources
developmentandstrengtheningofmanagerialsystems.
6.2 CapacityBuildingPlan
Toenhanceorganizationalandcapabilityskillstodealwithemergencysituations
requirestrainingsandcapacitybuildingexercisesofthevariouslinkedgovernmentand
non-governmentofficers.Sincedisastermanagement isamulti-organizationseffort, it
emphasizesontrainingsinexecutionandcoordinationaswell.Therefore,wideranges
of trainings related tomanagement skills are highly required forpotential officers in
ordertoequipthemforspecializeddisasterrelatedtasks.
6.2.1 Institutionalcapacitybuilding
Task Activity Responsibility
Training&Awareness
SensitizationofDMtoofficials&policy
makersSDMA/DDMA
TrainingonvariousaspectsofDM
includingSearch&RescueandFirstAidDDMA/Police&H&FW
Trainingonstructuralsafetyand
construction
DDMA,PWDandother
concerneddepartments
Trainingofdoctors¶medicson
medicalpreparednessandmass
casualtymanagement
DDMA&H&FW
Training&awarenessonschoolsafety DDMA&DEO
Workshop/capacitybuildingontraffic
managementduringdisaster
DDMA&Police(Traffic
Cell)
Firesafety DDMA&F&EDepartment
TrainingonDMforNCC,NSS,NYK&
communitiesDDMA
AwarenessprogrammeofDMfor
NGOs/CBOsDDMA
Workshopformediapersons DDMA&I&PRO
TrainingforTeachers/Caretakerof
PWDs
DDMA&SocialWelfare
Department
TrainingonPsycho-socialcarefor
victimsofdisastersDDMA&H&FW
Trainingoftrainers DDMA&DM&R
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Skillup-gradationandfollowup
trainingprogrammeDDMA
DisasterManagementEducationDDMA&AllEducational
Institutions
IEC
Advertisement,hoarding,booklets,
leaflets,banners,demonstration,street
play,rally,exhibition,audio-visualand
documentary
DDMA&allline
departments
I.AdministrativeTrainingInstitute(ATI)
NewSecretariatComplex,Aizawl0389–2323321
II.StateinstituteofRuralDevelopment
(SIRD),Kolasib03837–221521/221523
III.MizoramInstituteofRemoteSensing
ApplicationCentre(MIRSAC),Aizawl0389–2341240
IV.StateDisasterResponseForce(SDRF)
PHQ,Khatla,Aizawl0389–2334682/2335146
6.3 CommunityAwarenessandCommunityPreparednessPlanning
Thehazardanalysis ofthedistrictindicatesthatthereisahighneedof
communityawareness throughpublicawarenessprogrammesandothermechanisms.
Thelevelofpreparednesscanbeenhancedwiththefollowingactivities–
Task Activity Responsibility
Community
preparedness
Identificationofvulnerablecommunity&
vulnerablegroupskeepinginmindgender
issues
DDMA/BDO,NGOs
Informationonriskandvulnerability
Adviseandissuedirectionwherever
necessaryforcommunitydisaster
prevention,mitigationandpreparedness
throughlocalresourcesandparticipatory
approach
Providenecessaryresourcesandsupport
forDRRatcommunitylevel
Reviewpreparednessatcommunitylevel
Promotecommunitypreparedness,
educationawarenessandtraining
Disseminationofinformationto
communitytodealwithanydisaster
situation
Setupofforecastingandearlywarning
system
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6.4 CapacityBuildingofCommunityTaskForces
Community task forces and community committees has been constituted and
trained in all types of communities by government and non-government agencies.
District administration, Medical officers, trained volunteers, fire Services, volunteers
etc. are playing important role in building their capacities in search and rescue, fire-
fighting,warningdissemination,first-aidanddamageassessmentetc.
Trainingonbasic first aidwillbe initiatedbyDDMAandmedicalpractitioners
are expected to render their skills and expertise to the communities with a view to
enhancingtheknowhowofcommunitiesinrespectofmedicalaid.
6.5 SimulationExercises
To encourage participation in a coordinated manner, simulation exercises on
various disasters are very important. These exercises help in institutional building at
various levels. Mock exercises have been promoted at district and community level.
Theseexerciseshelpinimprovingresponsetimeandalsotestreliability.Thesemock-
drillsarearrangedbyinvolvingallrequiredagencies.Thesedrillsalsohelpinupdating
theresponseplans.DistrictDisasterManagementAuthorityisplayinganimportantrole
inconductingmock-drillsandtoupdateplan.
6.6 DisasterManagementEducation
GovernmentofIndia,MinistryofHumanResourceDevelopmentinitsTenthFive
Year Plan emphasized the need for integrating disaster management in the existing
educationsysteminIndia.Inaddition,thegovernmentofIndialaunchedasetofnation-
widedisaster riskmitigation initiatives that address largeraspectsofdevelopment in
order to safeguard thedevelopmental gains. Oneof the important initiatives includes
disastermanagement inthecurriculumofschoolandprofessionaleducationhasbeen
recommendedtotheBoards.
Schoolsandcollegesarealsoencouragedtogettheirteachersandstudentsand
other ministerial staff trained on First Aid, Search and Rescue etc. by various
GovernmentalandNon-Governmentalagencies.
6.7 FocusonSchoolSafety
DEOwould ensure that the buildings are safe and secure and are constructed
accordingtosafetynormsasperNationalBuildingCode.
Installationandmaintenanceoffireextinguishersinallexistinggovernmentand
private school buildings would be ensured including necessary training to
stakeholderstousetheseequipments
Non structural measures including safe storage of inflammable and toxic
material(laboratorypurpose)
PreparationofSchoolDisasterManagementPlan
Conductionofperiodicmockdrillsintheschools
Safetyauditsofschoolbuildingsincludingstructuralandnonstructuralaspects
at periodic intervals. Safety certificate to be issued to the school only post
thoroughinspectionandcomplianceofthesafetymeasures.
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Capacity building of teachers, staff and students on school safety and disaster
preparedness.
Keyareasonmonitoring
DistrictDisasterManagementAuthority(DDMA)willensuretimelycompliance
oftheimplementationoftheguidelinesthroughperiodicmeetings.
Nomination of District Education Officer (DEO) as the Nodal Officer to ensure
compliance for timely implementationof theguidelines in thedistrictmust be
doneonpriority.TheDEOwillrendermonthlyprogressreportsonthesameto
DDMA.
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CHAPTER–7
RESPONSEANDRELIEFMEASURES
7.1 Responseplanning(multihazard),preparednessandassessment
The need for an effective disaster management strategy is to lessen disaster
impact which can be achieved through strengthening and reorienting existing
organizational and administrative structure fromdistrict - state tonational level. The
emergencyresponseplanisthefirstattempttofollowamulti-hazardapproachtobring
out all the disasters on a single platform and incorporates the 'culture of quick
response'. It provides a framework to the primary and secondary agencies and
departments,whichcanoutlinetheirownactivitiesfordisasterresponse.
7.2 Quickassessmentofdamagesandneed
Attheonsetofdisaster,DDMAwillsit forconsiderationofthecourseofaction
depending upon the nature and magnitude of the incident. Quick assessment of
damages should be done taking into account the needs for response. If the extent of
calamity is huge and severe, it cannot be dealt with in concerted efforts by various
departmentandstakeholders.
Insuchcircumstances,participationofothersalongwiththeirresourceswillbe
mobilizedandbemadeuseofattheirmaximumcapacity.Intimesofcrisistriggeredby
natural disasters, appropriate plan and mechanism may be designed immediately
bearinginmindthefollowingaspects–
· Identificationofdisastersdependingon
- Pastrecords,
- Micro-zonationaccordingtothegeologicalsettings,
- Vulnerabilityassociatedincontexttothedisaster,
- Riskassessmentaccordingtothesocio-economicconditions,
· Identificationofemergencyresponsefunctionsinconsultationtotheguidelines
providedbystatenodalagency.
· Identification of responsible government and non-government agencies
accordingtotheresponsefunctions.
· Identificationofresponsibleofficers,manpowerandresourcesaccordingtothe
activitiesoftheidentifiedagencies.
· Identificationofprimaryandsecondaryagenciesanddemarcationofrolesand
responsibilitiesaccordingtotheirfunctions.
7.3 Responseflowchart
Mostofthedisastersaretobemanagedatthestateanddistrictlevel.TheCentre
playsasupportingroleinprovidingresourcesandassistance. Incasedisastermaybe
managedat thedistrict level,districtemergencyoperationsystemwouldbeactivated
where state and national level authorities would be on guard in case of assistance
needed.Incidentcommander(IC)ofthedistrictwouldactivatetheemergencysupport
functions and Incident Response System and similarly according to the guidance
disastermanagementteamsandquickresponseteamswouldrespond.
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If disaster may not be managed within district level and required active
participationofstateresources,StateEOCwouldactivateandDivisionalCommissioner
wouldtakeovertheICsystem.
7.3.1 Rescueoperations
Immediately after a disaster theDeputyCommissioner shall act as theDistrict
Magistrateandincidentcommanderandtakeoverdisastermanagement.He/sheshall
coordinate the rescue operations with the help of the Working Group for relief and
rehabilitationandtheEmergencySupportFunctions.Alongwiththerescueoperations
theIncidentCommandershalldothefollowingmeasures–
· ActivatetheIncidentCommandSystem.
· CallmeetingofCrisisManagementGroup.
· CoordinatetheESFsindisastermanagement.
· SetupSite/OnsiteOperationCentersandactivatereliefcamps.
· CollectpreliminaryassessmentreportfromtheonsiteEOCs.
· Activatethepre-contractvendorsandcollectreliefmaterialsfordistribution.
· Briefthesituationtothehigherauthorityaswellastothepress/mediapeople.
· Ensure basic logistic arrangements for disaster managers and the Operation
Centers.
· Mobilizeresources/callassistancefromvariousstakeholders.
7.3.2 Reliefoperations
Once the rescue phase is over, the district administration shall provide
immediatereliefassistanceeitherincashorinkindtothevictimsofthedisaster.The
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DDMAshallenterintopre-contractwellinadvanceandprocurematerialsrequiredfor
lifesaving.TheofficeofDeputyCommissionerisresponsibleforprovidingrelieftothe
victims of natural andman-made disasters like fire, flood, drought, earthquake, riots,
terrorist attacks, accidents etc. The relief is provided as per the scale fixed by the
government.
7.3.3 Rehabilitation
In short term response rehabilitation is the final step. The incident Command
Systemshallbedeactivatedas therehabilitationphase isover.Thereafter thenormal
administration shall take up the remaining reconstruction works in the disaster-
affectedareas.TheseactivitiesshallbeperformedbytheWorkingGroupforreliefand
rehabilitationunderthedirectionoftheDDMA.
7.4 Warningandalert
DDMAwould issue an earlywarning to the probably affected communities so
that theywouldbeable to takepreventivemeasures.Onreceiptof informationabout
the impending natural forces from the reliable sources like IMD and Science &
TechnologyDepartment, Government ofMizoram, DDMAwould immediately take up
the matters for the dissemination of warning to the public. This would help them
preparethemselvesfortheimpendingdisasters.
Agenciesthatarecompetenttoissuewarningoralertpertainingtovarioustypes
ofdisastersaregivenbelow–
Earthquake DDMA
Flood DDMA
Landslide DM&R,GM&R,DDMA,I&PR
Cyclone DM&R,IMD,DDMA,I&PR
Drought,Hailstorm,PestAttack Agriculture&HorticultureDepartment
Epidemic&BiologicalDisaster H&FWandAH&Vety
Majorroadaccident DC,Transport,TrafficPolice
Largescalerefugees HomeDepartmentDC
Cyberterrorism ICT&Police
Collapseofstructure PWD,P&E,Police
MajorbreakdownofLawandOrder HomeDepartment&DC
Forestfire E&FandDC
Urban&ruralfire F&ES
Personswithdisabilities SWD
Livestockmanagement AH&Vety
7.4.1 EarlyWarningSystem
Now-a-days,communicationssystemhasbeentremendouslydevelopedwiththe
advancementof science and technology.Mediumof communications likeRadio,Local
TV, Public Address System andMobile phones provide considerable conveniences in
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sending messages that are of either urgent or normal in nature. The agency that is
concernedfordisseminationofsuchwarningshouldtakeadvantageofthisinformation
technologyincaseofemergencyaswell.
Typeofaction Cloudburst Flood Cyclone
Disseminationof
warningandalert
I&PR,DDK,AIR,
LocalCable
Operator
I&PR,DDK,AIR,
LocalCable
Operator
I&PR,DDK,AIR,
LocalCable
Operator
Informationtovillages
difficulttoaccess
thoughmodernmeans
ofcommunication
Dakrunner/
specialmessenger
whichistobe
arrangedbyonly
competent
authority
Dakrunner/
specialmessenger
whichistobe
arrangedbyonly
competent
authority
Dakrunner/
specialmessenger
whichistobe
arrangedbyonly
competent
authority
7.4.2 Warningdissemination
DDMAisresponsibleforwarningdisseminationtothelikelyaffectedpeople.The
warningshouldbepreparedinlocallanguageanditsclarityaswellbrevitymayalsobe
maintained.Meanwhile,basedonthewordsandstyleofthelanguageused,ourmessage
can make people panic leading to chaotic situation. Therefore, utmost care and
cautiousnessneedtobetakenwhiledraftingmessagespertainingtoimminentnatural
hazards.Itisalsoimportanttobearinmindthatwithdrawalofwarningshouldalsobe
donebyDDMA.Unlesswarningwaswithdrawn,peoplebeinginthestateofreadiness
andalertnesswouldwastetheirprecioustimeevenaftertheexpiryofthedeadline.
7.5 DistrictCMGmeeting
The Deputy Commissioner is the Chairman of the CMG, consisting of head of
offices in thedistrict.TheCMG’s functionsaretorevieweveryyearcontingencyplans
formulated by various Offices/Departments/Organizations in their respective sectors,
measures required for dealingwith natural disasters, coordinate the activities of the
districtadministrationandtheStateGovernmentsinrelationtodisasterpreparedness
and relief and to obtain information from the nodal officers onmeasures relating to
above.
The CMG, in the event of a natural disaster, meets frequently at the venue
designatedasdeemedconvenienttoreviewthereliefoperationsandextendallpossible
assistance required by the affected villages and towns to overcome the situation
effectively.
7.6 ActivationofEOC
EOC is a nodal point for the overall coordination and control of reliefwork in
case of any disaster situation. In case of any disaster district level EOC has to be
activated. The primary function of EOC is to facilitate smooth inflow and outflow of
reliefandotherdisasterrelatedactivities.TheseEOCsactasbridgesbetweenStateand
Centregovernment.
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District Emergency Operation Centre must arrange desks for the Emergency
Support Function in its complex forbetter coordination andhelp. Simultaneously the
onsite EOCs are to be set up with the help of the DEOC. Constant communication
between theStateEOC,DistrictEOCandOnsiteEOC ismandatory forupdateson the
disaster,whichhappened.TheDEOCistofunction24x7asdemandedbythesituation.
7.7 Resourcemobilization
Crisis management usually necessitates mobilization of resources depending
upon themagnitude and scale of calamities.Requisition of resourceswill be doneon
need base by the competent authority like DDMA. It is also necessary to maintain
inventoryofresourcessothatdemobilizationwillbeundertaken inapropermanner.
Someresourcesorequipmentsmaybemobilizedonhirebasistherebyrequiringhuge
expenditure. In thiscircumstance, the inventorywillbeuseful forassessingtheactual
costofsuchhiringandrental.
7.8 Externalhelpforassistance
Incasetheaffecteddistrict isnot inapositiontofacethecrisissituationalone
due to lack of resources in terms of man power and technical equipments, seeking
external help is amust. At this juncture, theDistrict DisasterManagement Authority
shall act as a link between the concerned district and state as well as other
organizationsforseekinghelpandassistance.
7.9 Psycho-socialcare
Among the victims of disasters, some could be traumatized and suffermental
disorder following the worse impact of such eventualities. Medical practitioner
especiallylikepsychologistswillhavetotakecareofsuchpatienttryingtorestoretheir
normalstateofbeingfromthetraumaticandpaniccondition.Besidesdoctors,religious
leadersandpastorscanalsoplayaroleforcounselingsuchpatientssoastomakethem
calmandnormal.
7.10 Firstassessmentreport
VillageDisasterManagementCommitteewillpreparethefirstassessmentreport
whichwillbesubsequentlysubmittedtotheconcerneddistrictauthority.Basedonthe
assessment report, further course of actions will be designed thereby initiating
necessarystepsandmeasures.Therefore,initialreporthastobepreparedcarefullyso
astoenabledisastermanagerstocopewiththesituation.
7.11. Mediamanagement/coordination/informationdissemination
UndertheaegisofDistrictDisasterManagementAuthority,Information&Public
Relation Department will take up the matters relating to media management and
information dissemination. At the time of disaster occurrence, rumours and false
reports can also crop up leading to commotion and chaotic condition in the
communities. Therefore, media coordination has to be ensured by the responsible
departmentsoastocurbthepossibleeruptionofrumoursandhearsay.
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Onlytheconcernedauthoritywilldisseminatereportsandinformationthrough
propermeans of communication taking into account normalwalks of life. Ourmedia
which is eitherprint or electronic shouldalso keep focuson certain tips evenduring
normaltimeforeffectiveresponseandmanagementofanycalamities.
7.12 DevelopmentofSOPs
StandardOperatingProceduresshallbefollowedbyeachresponderwhiletaking
responsive actions against disasters. If the standardprocedure is notmaintained, the
situationcanbeexposedtofurtherrisksandthreatsnotonlyfortheaffectedpeoplebut
also for the rescuers as well as those who remain unaffected. Thus, each and every
stakeholder and department should ensure maintenance and compliance of such
proceduressoastominimizelossofpropertiesandmoney.Inthestandardprocedures,
cleardemarcationofdutiesandresponsibilitiesinrespectofvariousdepartmentsand
stakeholdershasbeenmadewithaviewtosecuringcoordinationamongalltheactors.
Thesespecificdutiesshouldbestrictlyfollowedwhenresponseiscarriedout.
7.13 Reporting
InformationandMediaOfficer(asperIRS)willprepareandreleaseinformation
to the media with the approval of Incident Commander. Weather information and
warningissuedbyIndiaMeteorologicalDepartmentwillbecollectedandbroughttothe
noticeoftheDDMAbytheIMOforinitiationofappropriateaction.
Disseminationofinformationandwarninghastobecarriedoutattherighttime
and to the right persons. The situation can get into worse owing to the gap of
communication and poor performance of media group. Situation report must be
carefullypreparedandreleasedtoallconcernedsothatactualamountofresourcesin
termsofman,equipmentsandmoneycanbecalculatedformobilizationinrespectofall
necessaryactionstobecarriedoutinresponseactivities.
7.14 Demobilizationandwindingup
Documentation –DocumentationUnit asprovided in the IRS is responsible for
arrangingcompletedocumentationofproceedingsattheincidentsite
· Maintainingrecordofwhathappenedandwhatactionsweretaken.
· Recoveringresponsecostsanddamages
· Setting the record straight where there are charges of negligence or
mismanagementresultingfromtheincident.
· Reviewingtheefficiencyandeffectivenessofresponseactions.
· Preparingforfutureincidentresponse.
· Videotapingoftheentirecombatandrescueoperations
Successstories – After incident response is over, there has to be ameeting in
whichreviewandanalysisofactiontakenduringcrisismanagementwillbeconducted
by the respective responders. In such a meeting, various roles and activities worth
mentioningmaybehighlightedanddocumentedforfuturereference.
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Lessonsforfuture – It is obvious that certain loopholes and discrepanciesmay
crop up followingmany reliable factors. However, such difficulties andhindrances in
themidstoftheirhecticactivitiesshouldratherbetakenasachallengeaswellasanew
lessonforthefuture.Consequentuponthis,betterandmoreeffectivemechanismswill
havetobeadoptedandfurtherbemadefamiliar toall theconcerned. It is imperative
thatourfailureshouldbeturnedintoanewlessonforthefuture.
7.15 Hazardspecificresponsibilitymatrixforemergencyresponsefunctionfor
suddendisasterswhereearlywarningisavailable
Time Task Department/Agency Activity1 2 3 4
D-72Hr Warningdissemination
DC,DIPRO,NIC,
Media,NGO
Warningofdisaster
andpreparedness
activityandactivation
ofDEOC
D-48HrIdentificationofsafe
placeandfoodstock
DC,FCS&CA,NGO Instructiontopublic
regardingsafeplace
andstockofbasic
needs
D-24Hr
Checkingconnectivity
andidentificationof
alternatecontrol
roomsandvolunteers
withresources
PWD,P&E,LAD
(MADC),DMteams
Checkingavailability
ofresourcesatDEOC,
linedepartmentand
volunteers
D-0Hr
Quickresponseof
disasterincluding
meetingofCMG
Trainedpersonnel,
NGO,DCandline
departments
Assessmentof
disasterimpact,
search&rescueand
firstaid
D+30mins
Evacuation,first
assessmentreportand
mobilizationof
resources
DC,NIC,Radio,
Television,DDK,
Search&Rescue
Team
Evacuationandtriage
withfirstaid
D+2Hr Damageassessment
DC,Media,NGO,
IPRO
Submissionof
assessmentreportto
concernedauthorities
D+3Hr
Temporaryshelterand
transportationof
victims
DC,Ambulances,
NGOs
Provisionof
temporaryshelterfor
affectedpeople
D+6HrExternalaidand
paymentofassistance
DC/DM&R
Department
Financialassistanceto
affectedpeople
D+12Hr Traumacounseling
Pastorsofvarious
churches,NGOs,
Counselingteamof
Counselingand
psychocare
administeredtothe
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H&FW psychologically
affectedpeople
D+24Hr
Providebasicneedsto
affectedarea,
clearanceofroadand
continual
disseminationof
disastersituation
DC,PWD,H&FW,
Transport,IPRO
Clearanceofroadand
debris,recalibration
ofcommunication
system,provisionof
basicneedstothe
needy
7.16 Hazardspecificresponsibilitymatrixforemergencyresponsefunctionfor
suddendisasterswhereearlywarningisnotavailable
Time Task Department/Agency Activity1 2 3 4
D+15mins
Quickresponseof
disasterincluding
meetingofCMG
Trainedpersonnel,
NGO,DCandline
departments
Assessmentof
disasterimpact,
search&rescueand
firstaid
D+30mins
Evacuation,first
assessmentreportand
mobilizationof
resources
DC,NIC,Radio,
Television,DDK,
Search&Rescue
Team
Evacuationandtriage
withfirstaid
D+1Hr DamageassessmentDC,Media,NGO,
IPRO
Submissionof
assessmentreportto
concernedauthorities
D+2Hr
Temporaryshelterand
transportationof
victims
DC,Ambulances,
NGOs
Provisionof
temporaryshelterfor
affectedpeople
D+3HrExternalaidand
paymentofassistance
DC/DM&R
Department
Financialassistanceto
affectedpeople
D+6Hr Traumacounseling
Pastorsofvarious
churches,NGOs,
Counselingteamof
H&FW
Counselingand
psychocare
administeredtothe
psychologically
affectedpeople
D+12Hr
Providebasicneedsto
affectedarea,
clearanceofroadand
continual
disseminationof
disastersituation
DC,PWD,H&FW,
Transport,IPRO
Clearanceofroadand
debris,recalibration
ofcommunication
system,provisionof
basicneedstothe
needy
D+15HrHospitalandmedical
care
DistrictHospital&
MGCH
Firstaidandfurther
medicaltreatmentto
thevictims
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D+24Hr
Postdisaster
assessmentandfuture
improvementand
insurance
DC,I&PRandany
insurancecompany
Preparationof
disasterreportsfor
futureimprovement
inmanandother
resources
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CHAPTER–8
RECONSTRUCTION,REHABILITATIONAND
RECOVERYMEASURES
8.1 GeneralPolicyGuidelines
Guidelinesforminimumstandardofrelieftobeprovidedtopersonsaffectedby
disastersshouldincludethefollowing–
· The minimum requirements to be provided in the relief camps in relation to
shelter,food,drinkingwater,medicalcover,sanitation
· Specialprovisiontobemadeforwidowsandorphans
· Ex-gratia assistance on account of loss of life as also assistance on account of
damagetohousesandforrestorationofmeansoflivelihood.
8.1.1 Minimumstandardinrespectofshelterinreliefcamps
· District Administration shall take necessary steps to pre identify locations/
buildingslikeschools,anganwadicenters/cycloneshelters/communitycenters
whichcanbeusedasReliefShelterswherepeoplecanbeaccommodatedincase
of a disaster in the area. In such centers, necessary facilities like sufficient
numberoftoilets,watersupply,generatorswithfuel forpowerbackupduring
disastershallbeensured.
· After a disaster, large covered space shall be required to accommodate the
affectedpeople.Tents,toilets,mobiletoiletsandurinalsalsoneedtobearranged
withaviewtomaintainingsanitarystandard.
· Special care shall be taken for safety and privacy of inmates, especially for
women, widows and children. Special arrangement should also be made for
differently-abledpersons,oldandmedicallyseriouspatients.
· Relief centers shallbe temporary innatureandbe closedas soonasnormalcy
returnsinthearea.
· Sufficientnumberofsitesbasedonpopulationdensityshallbeidentifiedasrelief
centersandearmarkedwellinadvanceatthetimeofplanninganddevelopment
ofatown.
8.1.2 MinimumstandardsinrespectofFoodinreliefcamps
· Everyeffortshallbetakentoensuresufficientquantityof foodfortheaffected
people (especially for agedpeople and children) staying in the relief shelters/
camps.
· Sufficientstepsshallbetakentoensurehygieneatcommunityandcampkitchen.
8.1.3 Minimumstandardsinrespectofwaterinreliefcamps
· Sufficient quantity ofwater shall be provided in the relief camps for personal
cleanlinessandhandwash.
· In order to ensure adequatewater supply, the location of the source ofwater
shallbepreferablybewithinthepremisesofreliefcamp.
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· Itmay be ensured that theminimum supply of 3 liters per person per day of
drinkingwaterismadeavailableinthereliefcamps.
8.1.4 MinimumstandardsinrespectofSanitationinreliefcamps
· Sufficientnumberoftoiletsmaybearrangedandseparatetoiletandbathareabe
cateredforwomenandchildren.Atleast15litersofwaterperpersonneedsto
bearrangedfortoilets/bathingpurposes.
· Drainageor spillage fromdefecation system shallnot run towards any surface
watersourceprshallowgroundwatersource.
8.1.5 Minimumstandardsinrespectofmedicalcoverinreliefcamps
· Mobilemedicalteamsshallvisitreliefcampstoattendtheaffectedpeople.Steps
shallbetakentoavoidspreadofcommunicablediseases.
· For pregnantwomen, necessary basic arrangement shall bemade by the local
administrationforsafedelivery.
· In order tomanagemass casualty in adisaster, advance contingencyplans for
managementofmultiplecasualtiesshallbedeveloped.
8.1.6 Minimumstandardsinrespectofwidowsandorphansinreliefcamps
· Ineachcamp,aseparateregistershallbemaintainedforenteringthedetailsof
womenwho arewidowed and for childrenwho are orphaned due to disaster.
Theircompletedetailsshallbeenteredintheregister,dulycountersignedbythe
concernedofficialsandthisregistershallbekeptasapermanentrecordwiththe
districtadministration.
· Ex gratia assistance on account of loss of life and assistance on account of
damage to houses shall be provided to the affected family for restoration of
meansoftheirlivelihood.
8.2 ReliefandRecoverycoordination
DDMAisentrustedtoworkoutreliefandrecoverycoordinationinfavourofthe
disasteraffectedpopulation.DeputyCommissionerwhoisalsochairmanofDDMAwill
arrange mobilization of assistance and support required from other agencies and
departments if thescaleofcalamities isbeyondthecapacityof the concerneddistrict
administration.Whateverreliefmaterialsandassistancereceivedfromvarioussources
shouldbeproperlydistributedtotheaffectedpeopleonthestrictbasisoftheirneed.
Whendisasterstrikesleadingtolargescalecalamitiesintermsofpropertiesand
livelihoods,districtadministrationshallactasaprincipalagenttoarrangerequisitionof
reliefmaterialsfromwithinandoutsidethedistrictconcerned.
Rehabilitation relates to the work undertaken in the following weeks and
months, for the restoration of basic services to enable the population to return to
normalcy. Actions taken during the period following the emergency phase is often
defined as the recovery phase, which encompasses both rehabilitation and
reconstruction.
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8.3 Damageandlossassessment
Assessment of damage and loss is of vital importance in respect of response
activity in the aftermath of a disaster. In order to calculate the actual need or
requirementtorestorenormalcyintheaffectedcommunity,scrupulousassessmentof
thedisastrous impactshas tobeundertaken firstbythecompetentauthoritysoas to
workoutreconstructionandrecoverymeasures.Detailassessmentistobecarriedout
underthesupervisionofDDMA.Basedontheassessment,theamountoffundrequired
andwhatkindofsupportexpectedfromotheragenciescanbemadeclearandrecorded.
Thisisessentialforprocurementofmaterialsrequiredforlifesaving.
8.4 Restoration
Restoration comesunder responsephasemeaningrestoringutility service and
removal of debris from the disaster scene. It also includes development of basic
infrastructure thatcanprovideessential services to thecommunitiesaswellasevery
individual. When the outcome of disaster is disastrous and costs heavy loss of
infrastructure and valuable assets, the government is responsible for initiating
restorationprocessforthereturnofnormalcyinthedailylifeofaffectedpeople.Critical
buildingsandotherbasicamenitiescanbeaffectedandbeleftunserviceablebynatural
calamities.Insuchcircumstances,restorationofessentialserviceandlivelihoodsshould
beonthetoppriorityandaccordingly,immediateandappropriatemeasureshavetobe
adoptedtoenablethevictimstorestoreandsustaintheirlivelihoodsfromtheadverse
repercussionofdisasters.
8.5 Reconstruction
Reconstruction refers to the full restoration of all services, and local
infrastructure, replacement of damaged physical structures, the revitalization of
economy and the restoration of social and cultural life. Reconstructionmust be fully
integrated into long-termdevelopmentplans, taking intoaccount futuredisasterrisks
andpossibilitiestoreducesuchrisksbyincorporatingappropriatemeasures.Damaged
structures and services may not necessarily be restored in their previous form or
location.Itmayincludethereplacementofanytemporaryarrangementsestablishedas
partofemergencyresponseorrehabilitation.
Rehabilitation and reconstruction comes under recovery phase immediately
afterreliefandrescueoperationofthedisaster.Thispostdisasterphasecontinuesuntil
the life of the affected people comes to normal. This phase mainly covers damage
assessment, disposal of debris, disbursement of assistance for houses, formulation of
assistancepackages,monitoringandreview,casesofnon-starters,rejectedcases,non-
occupancyofhouses,relocation,townplanninganddevelopmentplans,awarenessand
capacitybuilding,housinginsurance,grievanceredressalandsocialrehabilitationetc.
8.6 Recovery
This is the final phase of disastermanagement and can be divided into short
term and long term recovery. Short term recovery means the restoration of vital
servicesandfacilitiestominimumstandardofoperationandsafety.Duringshortterm
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recovery,people’s immediateneedsare takencareofandassistanceprogrammesare
putintoeffect.
The long-term recovery plans are related with Recovery and Reconstruction
activities on one side and institutionalizing disaster management in district
administrationontheotherside.ThereareStandardOperationProcedures(SOPs)for
theEmergencySupportFunctions.
Recoveryandrehabilitationisthefinalstep.TheincidentCommandSystemshall
bedeactivatedastherehabilitationphaseisover.Thereafterthenormaladministration
shall takeuptheremainingreconstructionworks in thedisaster-affectedareas.These
activitiesshallbeperformedbytheWorkingGroup forreliefandrehabilitationunder
thedirectionoftheDDMA.
8.7 Insurance
Thisisalsoanimportantcomponentofdisastermanagementinordertocreate
security in thewakeof occurrenceof any eventualities. Sincedisasterhasno specific
targettobeaffected,weallhavetoprepareourselvestofaceanyconsequencescaused
by calamities. Due to the result of any disastrous event, we can meet a fatal
circumstanceatanytime.Thus,weneedtogoforinsurancewhichwouldbeimmensely
helpfulformeetingthefateaheadofus.
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CHAPTER–9
PROCEDUREANDMETHODOLOGYFORMONITORING,
EVALUATION,UPDATIONANDMAINTENANCEOFDDMP
9.1 PreparationandUpdatingofDDMP
District Disaster Management Plan is a public document. It is neither a
confidential document nor restricted to any particular section or department of
administration.Theunderlyingprincipalofdisastermanagementisthatithastobepart
ofalldepartmentsandnonecanfoldfingersagainstit.
The District Disaster Management Plan is the sum and substance of the
HorizontalandtheVerticaldisastermanagementplansinthedistrict.Horizontalplans
includedplanspreparedbylinedepartmentssuchasPolice,FireService,Departmentof
Food and Civil Supplies, Public Works Departments etc whereas the Vertical plan
includes Sub Divisional Plans, Community Plans, School/Hospital plans and all other
logicalunits’planatthelowerlevelandStateDisasterManagementPlansandNational
DisasterManagementPlansatthehigherlevel.
· Preparation of plan is the ultimate responsibility of the District Disaster
ManagementAuthority(DDMA)ortheperson/subcommitteeappointedbythe
DDMAinthedistrict.ThefirstdraftplanistobediscussedintheDDMAandlater
theChairmanoftheDDMAshallrectifyit.
· The same procedure is to be followed in updating of the plan document. The
District plan is to be updated annually by the District Disaster Management
Authority or the committee appointed by the DDMA. In order to update the
document,allVerticalandHorizontalplansshallbecollectedand incorporated
totheDistrictPlan.
· A copy of the updated document shall be circulated to each department of
Governmentindistrict.
9.2 RegularUpdatingofDDMP
Besides the above said procedure of updating of the DDMP, a regular data
collection system shall be set up at district EOC. The EOC in-charge, under the
supervisionoftheDDMAChairmanshallarrangetoenterthecollecteddatatoanonline
systemormakeitdocumentedproperly.
9.3 UploadingofupdatedplanatDM&Rdepartmentwebsites
TheupdatedDistrictDisasterManagementPlanhastobeuploadedontheDM&R
department website. Then the plan can be easily accessed from other regions and
various stakeholdersaswell as linedepartments shallmakeuseof it at itsmaximum
capacity from their own respective locations in case thehard copy is not available at
their disposal. Thiswill alsobe veryhelpful for researchers and agencies involved in
disastermanagementaswell.
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CHAPTER–10
COORDINATIONMECHANISMFORIMPLEMENTATIONOF
DISTRICTDISASTERMANAGEMENTPLAN
10.1 Introduction
There are a number of participants in a typical disaster relief operation.
Participants may include; national government, state government, local government,
national and international humanitarian organizations, expert and volunteer rescue
teams,third-partylogisticsproviders,suppliersofgoodsusedfordisasterrelief,andthe
affectedpeople.
10.2 CoordinationofResponseattheDistrictLevel
TheDistrictMagistrate/DCistheheadoftheDistrictadministrativesetupand
chairpersonoftheDDMAaspertheDMAct,2005.HehasbeendesignatedastheROin
theDistrict.TheheadsofdifferentdepartmentsintheDistrictwillhaveseparateroles
toplaydependingonthenatureandkindofdisaster.Therolesandresponsibilitiesof
the members of the DDMA will be decided in advance in consultation with the
concernedmembers.
10.3 Coordinationwithstatedepartmentsandtraininginstitutes
Maximumcoordinationofgovernmentmachineriesat thestate levelshouldbe
secured by the DDMA so as to deal with the situation effectively. Training and
sensitizationmeetingmay be conducted at the district level in coordinationwith the
training institutes. It is imperative that Government officials and those involved in
disaster management have to undergo such training so as to get them trained and
sensitizedwiththetheirroleandresponsibilitiesinthewakeofdisasterhappening.
DDMPcontainsalotofprovisionspertainingtoproceduresandspecificdutiesto
be followed by various positions holders before, during and after the occurrence of
disasters.ThishasnecessitatedthatlinedepartmentsandNGOshavetobeawareofthe
DDMPwellinadvancesoastoenablethemtotakeuptheirdutiesattherighttimeand
attherightplace.
10.4 CoordinationwithNGOs
Emergingtrendsinmanagingnaturaldisastershavehighlightedtheroleofnon-
governmental organizations (NGOs) as one of themost effective alternativemeans of
achievinganefficientcommunicationslinkbetweenthedisastermanagementagencies
and the effected community. In typical disaster situation, they can be of help in
preparedness, relief and rescue, rehabilitation and reconstruction and also in
monitoring and feedback. The role of NGOs is a potential key element in disaster
management.TheNGOsoperatingatgrassrootslevelcanprovideasuitablealternative
astheyhaveanedgeovergovernmentalagenciesforinvokingcommunityinvolvement.
ThisischieflybecausetheNGOsectorhasstronglinkageswiththecommunitybaseand
canexhibitgreatflexibilityinproceduralmattersvis-à-visthegovernment.
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CHAPTER–11
FINANCIALRESOURCESFORIMPLEMENTATIONOFDDMP
Asmandatedbysection48oftheDMAct,StateDisasterResponseFund(SDRF)
and State DisasterMitigation Fund (SDMF), District Disaster Response Fund (DDRF)
andDistrictDisasterMitigationFund(DDMF)aretobecreatedattheStateandDistrict
Levels.ThefundsatthedistrictlevelshouldbeusedbyDDMAtowardstheexpenditure
incurredonemergencyresponse,relief,rehabilitationinaccordancewiththeguidelines
andnormslaiddownbytheGovernmentofIndiaandtheStateGovernment.
11.1 StateAllocation
DisasterManagement&RehabilitationDepartmentpreparesannualbudgettobe
passedbythestate legislature.Withtheallocationof fundunderthestatebudget, the
department is run and managed to address various issues pertaining to disaster
managementandevenfinancialassistance.
11.1.1StateDisasterResponseFund(SDRF)
Aspersection48(1a)oftheDMact,2005,SDRFistobecreatedwitha90:10of
theCentralandStateshare.The fund issupposedtobemadeavailable to theSECfor
post-disasteractivities.
11.1.2StateDisasterMitigationFund(SMDF)
Section48(1c)of theDMAct,2005states thatSDMF is tobe created forpre-
disasteractivitiesandtobemadeavailabletotheSDMA.
11.2 DistrictAllocation
11.2.1DistrictDisasterResponseFund(DDRF)
Accordingtosection48(1b)oftheDMAct,2005,DDRFistobeestablishedfor
pre-disasteractivitiesandtobemadeavailabletothedistrictauthority.
11.2.2DistrictDisasterMitigationFund(DDMF)
Section48(1d)of theDMAct,2005states thatDDMFis tobe created forpre-
disasteractivitiesandtobemadeavailabletotheDDMA.
11.3 Recommendationofthe13thFinanceCommission
The 13th Finance Commission (2010 – 2015) recommended a huge amount of
fundforCapacityBuildingfordisasterresponseattheDistrict,BlockandVillagelevels.
ThisrecommendationprovestobeveryhelpfulforallthestakeholdersinDMandalso
servesasthemainstayofthepreparationandupdatingofDMPlan.
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CHAPTER–12
STANDARDOPERATINGPROCEDURESANDCHECKLIST
12.1 DefinitionofDisasterSituations
Disaster’ isdefinedasa crisis situation causingwide spreaddamagewhich far
exceedsourabilitytorecover.Thus,bydefinition,therecannotbeaperfectidealsystem
thatpreventsdamage,because then itwouldnotbeadisaster. Ithas tosuffocateour
abilitytorecover.Onlythenitcanbecalledas‘disaster’.
12.2 Actionplanonreceiptofwarningandwarningdissemination
Sl.
NoTypeofdisaster
Date/timeof
occurrence
Responsible
agency
Line
Department
Actionto
betaken
1. Forestfire
EF&CCF&ES,I&PR,VDMC
2. Housefire F&ES I&PR,VDMC
3.Biologicaldisasterandepidemics
H&FW/AH&Vety
I&PR,AH&Vety/H&FW,PHE,VDMC
4. Drought/Cyclone
DDMA
I&PR,Agriculture,Horticulture,PHE,Fisheries,VDMC
5. Floods
DDMAI&PR,HomeDeptt,PHE,PWD,P&E
6. Landslide
DDMAI&PR,PWD,P&E,PHE,LR&S,VDMC
7. Cyclone
DDMAScience&Technology,I&PR,
12.3 Process to access financial and technical resources (departments and
stakeholders)foremergencyresponse
Onreceivingtheactualseverityofincident,DDMAwilldeliberateupontheline
of action for access of financial and technical resources available at departments and
otherstakeholders.
12.4. ReliefandRehabilitationNorms,EmergencyResponse/SupportFunction
Sl.No Typeoffunction Nodalagency Linedepartments
1. Evacuation NDMA HomeDeptt,YouthAdventureClub,VDMC
2. Search&Rescue DDMA HomeDeptt,AdventureClub,
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VDMC,SainikWelfare&Resettlement
3. Cordoning/Traffic/Law&order
HomeDeptt VDMC,NGO
4. Deadbody/bodydisposal
HomeDeptt H&FW,VDMC,NGOs
5. Carcassdisposal AH&Vety PWD,VDMC,NGOs
12.5 HumanitarianReliefandAssistance
Sl.No TypeofRelief Nodalagency Linedepartments/Agency
1. Food FCS&CA DDMA,Transport,VDMC
2. Drinkingwater PHE H&FW,RD,FCS&CA,LAD,VDMC
3. Medicineandnutrition H&FW SWD
4. Psycho-socialcareandtraumacare
H&FW SWD,NGO,VDMC
5. Clothing DDMA Industry,SWD,VDMC
6. PublicHealth&Sanitation H&FW PHE,AH&Vety,Transport,LAD,VDMC
7. Help-lines DDMA I&PR,HomeDeptt,P&E,H&FW,SWD
8.ShelterManagement&Repairs&restorationofbasicamenities
DDMA P&E,PHE,H&FW,SchoolEducation,PWD,VDMC
9. ManagementofVIPvisits DDMA
12.6 Sequenceofactiontobetakenatthetimeofdisaster
· In theeventofdisaster, theDC, SiahaorDistrictEmergencyOperationsCentre
(DEOC)andSP,Siahashouldbeinformedimmediatelyabouttheincident.Then,
thesetwoofficerswould informtheconcernedofficialsbasedupon thekindof
disaster. Besides, immediate relief and rescue operationwill be started at the
places.Then,theDCwillinformthelevelofdisasterandaccordinglyactionwill
betaken.
· Irrespectiveofwhethertheareaissmallorbig,theareashouldbedemarcated
byropeorhaisiancloth,sothatnooneexceptonlythoseteamswhoaretrained
insearch&rescue/firstaidandDDMAofficialswouldbepermittedtoenterthe
demarcated zone. The site emergency operations centre (SEOC) should be
established near the demarcation area to see overall management and
coordination. One or more officials will be in charge of this and he will be
assistedbylocalNGO’s,VC’s,andMTPetc.
· Trainedelectricianshouldbeusedtocutofftheelectriccurrentatthesiteofthe
disastertopreventelectrocution/electricshockburnsetc.
· The firebrigade should seewhether there is anypossibility of fire and should
extinguishifthereisfireatthesiteofdisaster.
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· Themedical teamshouldbesent immediately toprovide firstaidmedicalhelp
andlookafteranyinjury.Casualties,whocannotbeprovidedrequiredassistance
onsite,shouldbesenttothenearesthospitalimmediately.
· DistrictSearch&RescueTeamshouldbesenttothesiteofdisasterimmediately.
· CarcassDisposalTeamshouldlookafterdeadbodiesandcarcassofanimals.Any
properties and valuable items should be kept carefully and protected, so that
therearenomissingpropertiesandvaluableitems.Inordertodothis,noperson
except the disaster management teams/official will be allowed inside the
demarcatedarea.
· Ifdisasteroccursatnight, the lightingshouldbeprovidedtothesiteoperating
centreimmediately.
· Different aspect of relief and rehabilitation of the affected persons should be
startedimmediately.Eg.Clothing,shelter,food,etc.
· The overallmanagementwill be looked after by theDC or any other officials
present at the site designated by DC or in their absence by the village level
disastermanagementteamincludingNGO’s,VCP’s,MTP,etc.
12.7 S.O.PforEmergencySupportFunctions(ESF)
Emergency Support Functions (ESFs) are intended to help the Incident
Commanderatthetimeofemergencyforrestoringnormallife.TheESFisanorganized
systemofDistrictleveldepartmentsandagencies,whicharetobeimplementedundera
structuredpatternforresponseandrecoveryinaccordancewiththeNationalDisaster
ManagementGuidelines.
TheStandardOperatingProcedure(SOP)forESFsexplainsabouttheoperations
andresponsibilitiesoftheleadingandsupportingagenciesthataretobeinvolvedinthe
ESF system. The document also outlines the purpose and scope for each function of
operation that is to be followed by the respective ESF agencies when the Incident
Commanderactivatestheresponseplanduringtheemergencyperiod.
Themajorfunctionsoftheincidentcommandsystemaresummarizedasfollows.
Nevertheless, they are to be released in cooperation of all the ESFs and participating
agencies in disastermanagement. The incident commander is givenwith full control
andcommandovertheentireteamsindistrictlevel.
12.8 ESF1:COMMUNICATION–
Background
The communication ESF is primarily responsible for restoration of
communicationfacilities.TheESFonCommunicationshouldensurethesmoothflowof
information thatcancater to theoutreach ina time-sensitivemannerat state level in
responseefforts.
SituationAssumption
i. Therewouldbecongestioninthenetworkbecauseofincreasedcallstocontrol
roomsduetopaniccreatedinthecommunity.
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ii. The initial reports on damage may not give a clear picture of the extent of
damagetocommunicationnetwork.
iii. Theaffectedsitemaycutofffromthestatecontrolroomsandtheofficialsonsite
andfinddifficultyincommunicatingtotheDistrict/StateEOC
NodalAgency : MPRO(Wireless)
SupportingAgencies : I&PRO,NIC,BSNLandPrivateMobileOperators
SOPSforNodalAgency–
i. TeamLeader(TL)ofCommunicationESFwillactivatetheESFonreceivingthe
intimationofoccurrenceofthedisasterfromtheDistrictEOC.TLwouldinform
NodalOfficers(NOs)ofsupportagenciesabouttheeventandESFactivation.
ii. TLrequestsforreportsfromlocalESFcontactpersons(thiswouldbethelocal
officeofESFNodalAgency)tounderstandthecurrentsituationandactiontaken.
iii. Basedoninformationgivenbythesupportingagencies,TLdecidesontheneed
to launch an assessmentmission to estimate the extent of damage to telecom
4services and network as well as to come up with possible arrangements to
establishingreliableandappropriatenetwork.
iv. TLcommunicatessituationtosupportingagenciesandalsorequeststoprovide
detailsonthestatusofequipmentandinfrastructureintheaffectedarea(s).
v. TLinformstheIncidentCommanderonthestatusoftelecomservices.
vi. TL works out a plan of action for private telecom companies and convenes a
meetingofallESFmemberstodiscussandfinalizethemodalities.
vii. TLissuesorderstoestablishsystemsandreports toDEOContheactiontaken.
New phone numbers and details of contact persons would also be
communicated.Ifrequiredmobileexchangeswouldbedeployed.
viii. TL gets the temporary telephone facilities established for the public. Prior
informationonthiswouldbeannouncedthroughmedia.
ix. TLsendstheDistrictQuickResponseteamattheaffectedsitewiththerequired
equipmentsandotherresources.
SOPSforQuickResponseTeamonCommunication–
i. TheQRT(QuickResponseTeam)memberswillreachtothenodalofficeassoon
astheywillgetinstructionsfromtheTL.
ii. OncetheQRTsreceiveanyintimationfromthenodalofficertoreachatthesite
theywouldrushtothesite.
iii. AttheemergencysiteQRTmemberswilltakestockofthesituationfromtheIC
andwouldalsoknowabouttheircounterparts.
iv. QRTSwouldassess thegroundsituationandwouldsendsectoralreport to the
DistrictESFagency.
v. Asectoralreportwouldcontainfollowing:
a. Anassessmentofoveralldamage,listingspecifically.
b. Overheadroutedamage(inmiles/kilometers).
c. Cabledamage(inyards/meters).
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d. Specificequipmentdamaged.
e. Establishatemporarycommunicationfacilityforusebythepublic.
f. Identifyrequirementsofmanpower,vehiclesandothermaterialsand
equipmentsGivepriorityandconcentrateonrepairsandnormalization
ofcommunicationsystematdisaster-affectedareas.
vi. Beginrestorationbyremovingandsalvagingwiresandpolesfromtheroadways
withthehelpofcasuallaborers.
vii. Carryouttemporarybuildingrepairstoestablishasecuredstorageareaforthe
equipmentsandsalvagedmaterials.
viii. Reportallactivitiestoheadoffice.
ix. Beginrestorationbyremovingandsalvagingwiresandpolesfromtheroadways
throughrecruitedcasuallaborers.
x. Establishasecurestorageareaforincomingequipmentsandsalvagedmaterials.
PRESSBRIEFINGS–
Pressbriefingsplay avery important role inDisasterManagement.Dailypressbriefs
will be issued at 11:00 AM at the D.C’s Chamber or I& PR Conference Hall. The
Government of Mizoram had declared I& PR department as Nodal Department for
communicating the events or latest situation to public in this regard; therefore, the
departmentshallreleaseappropriateinformationtothepublicasdecidedbytheDDMA
orthestategovernment.
MESSAGETOPUBLIC–
MessagetopublicoverAllIndiaRadioAizawl,Lunglei,Siaha,DistrictI&PRO,NSVCable
Network, HSV Cable Network and local papers should be specific. Apart from the
warning,itshouldincludethefollowingpoints.
i. Remainalert.
ii. Take shelter in nearest pucca building/save shelters/School&Other safe
places.
iii. Keepcattletiedinopenspaces/letfree.
iv. Keepsufficientdryfoodforemergency.
1. Regular contact at intervals with D.C, Addl. D.C, SDO’s, BDO’s and all the
nodal officers of line department, SP Police, Civil Defense, Police Control
Room.
2. Written orders shall be issued for identifying places for starting free
kitchensforatleast3days.
3. Keep spare copies of District maps. Jurisdiction maps of all irrigation
divisionsshallbekeptreadyingoodnumbers.
4. PlacerequisitionwithSPforsupplyoftemporaryVHFsetsforCMO,DVO,
PWD,PHE,P&Eandconcernedofficials.
5. ContactGeological&MineralResourcesDepartment,Mizoram.
6. RequisitionSchool/CollegeforArmy/Policeforces.
7. Directallfieldofficerstokeepsufficientoilforrunninggenerator.
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8. DirectallpolicestationstokeepsparebatteriesforVHF.
9. Looking at the onset of emergency and after making quick preparations
conveneEmergencymeetingofimportantofficialandnon-officialagencies.
Givethemclearinstructionsontheabovemanner.
10. MakeaDutyRosterofImportantOfficialsforuninterruptedfunctioningof
DEOC&immediateimplementationoftheRelief/RescueProgramme.
12.9 ESF2:EVACUATION–
Background–
TheESFonevacuationisprimarilyresponsibleforestablishingevacuationplans,
identification of fastest evacuation routes and alternate routes and coordinating
evacuationlogisticsduringfieldoperations.
SituationAssumptions-
i. Mostofthebuildingswouldbedamagedandwouldnotremainserviceable.
ii. Many structures would be damaged and there would be an urgent need to
evacuate.
Nodalagency : OfficeoftheDeputyCommissioner,Siaha
Supportingagencies : Police,FireServices,NCC,Army,PWD(State&MADC),PHE
(State&MADC)
SOPSforNodalAgency–
i. Team leader (TL) of Evacuation ESF would activate the ESF on receiving the
warningofthedisasterfromDistrictEOC.
ii. TLwould informNodal Officers (NOs) of supporting agencies about the event
andESFactivation.
iii. TLwilldirecttheQRTstobedeployedattheaffectedsite.
iv. TLwillgatherinformationonavailabilityofpredefinedevacuationroutes.
v. Where the predefined evacuation routes are not available, the nodal officer
would coordinate throughDistrict EOCwith other ESFs nodal officers and the
supportagenciesaboutclearingofroutesandidentifyingalternateroutes.
SOPSforQuickResponseTeamonevacuation–
i. TheQRTmemberswillreachthenodalofficeassoonastheygetinstructionsto
dosofromtheTL.
ii. Once the quick response teams receive an order from the nodal officer for
reachingthesitetheywouldrushtothesite.
iii. OnreachingatthesitetheQRTmemberswilltakestockofthesituationfromthe
IncidentManagementTeamatthesiteandtheircounterparts.
iv. Thequickresponseteamswiththehelpoflocaltaskforceswillstartevacuating
peoplestosafesheltersoropenareas.
v. The QRTmembers should concentratemore on evacuation in areas that have
beenworstaffectedbythedisasters.
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vi. Reportingaboutalltheactivitiestoheadoffice.
12.10 ESF3:SEARCHANDRESCUE–
Background–
SearchandRescueoperationsareoneoftheprimaryactivitiestakenupinapost
disaster situation, the promptness in these operations can make a remarkable
differenceintheamountoflossoflifeandproperty.
SituationAssumptions-
i. Localcommunitytaskforcewillinitiatesearchandrescueatresidentiallevel.
ii. Spontaneousvolunteerswillrequirecoordination,
iii. Accesstoaffectedareaswillbelimited.
iv. Somesitesmaybeaccessibleonlythroughairroutesonly.
NodalAgency : Police,FireService.
SupportAgency : MRP,Army-BCoy40AssamRiflesandHealthDepartment,
YouthAdventureClubs-Beino&Meisavaih,MTP
SOPSforNodalAgency–
i. ICwillcalltheTLofPrimaryAgencyandgettheESFactivated.
ii. TLofprimaryagencywillcallnodalofficersofsupportingagencies.
iii. TLwouldactivatetheDistrictQuickResponseTeam.
iv. QuickAssessmentoftheS&Roperationsthroughsurveys.
v. Assessmentsofthespecificskillsetsandtheotherequipmentsrequired.
vi. UsingIDRNnetworktocheckandmaptheavailabilityofresourceinandround
thedisastersite.
SOPforQuickResponseTeamonSearchandRescue-
i. Assessment of damage (locations, number of structures damaged, severity of
damage).
ii. TheQRTswillbedeployedattheaffectedsite.
iii. EnlistingthetypesofequipmentrequiredforconductingtheS&R.
iv. QRTs will report the situation and the progress in response activities to the
respectiveEOC.
12.11 ESF4:LAWANDORDER–
Background–
The ESF on Law and Order maintains the law and protects the property and
valuable commodities. It is mainly responsible to control crowd and avoid riots
situations.
SituationAssumptions–
i. Therewouldbepanicandpeoplewillgatherataplace.
ii. Thecrowdsmaygooutofcontrol.
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iii. Riotsmayalsotakeplace.
NodalAgency : Police
SupportAgencies : HomeGuards,40BCoyAssamRifles.
SOPSforNodalAgency–
i. ICwillcalltheTLofPrimaryAgencyandgettheESFactivated.
ii. TLofprimaryagencywillcallnodalofficersofsupportingagencies.
iii. TLwouldactivatetheDistrictQuickResponseTeam.
iv. TheQRTswillbedeployedattheaffectedsite.
v. Cordoningoffareatorestrictmovementofonlookers,vehicularandpedestrian
trafficshouldbedone.
vi. Anyadditionalrequirementsatsitetobetakencareof.
SOPforQuickResponseTeamonLawandOrder-
i. Quickassessmentoflawandordersituationinaffectedareas.
ii. SupportandcoordinatewithLocalAdministration.
iii. Prepareupdateson the lawandordersituationevery4-6hoursandbrief the
Authorities.
iv. Controlling situations like rioting and looting, and cordon off sensitive areas
QRTswillguidepropertyandvaluablesinaffectedareas.
v. Controlandmonitortrafficmovement.
vi. QRTs will provide diversion of traffic on alternate routes as and when it is
necessaryespeciallyheavytrafficorcongestedroads.
vii. The QRTs will also provide information about traffic flow along various
corridors;QRTSwill communicate to police control rooms, details on the field
activities including deployment and reinforcement of staff and resources and
communicatenatureofadditionalrequirements.
12.12 ESF5:MEDICALRESPONSEANDTRAUMACOUNSELING–
Background–
TheESFonMedicalResponseandTraumaCounselingwilllookafteremergency
treatmentfortheinjuredpeopleimmediateafterthedisastertakeplace.
SituationAssumptions–
i. EmergencyMedicalservicewillberequiredbyaffectedpopulation.
ii. Likelyoutbreaksofepidemicdiseasesafterthedisaster.
iii. Hospitalserviceswouldbeaffected.
NodalAgency : HealthDepartment
SupportAgencies : NSS,NCC,MCHP,Scout&Guide
SOPSforNodalAgency-
i. ICwillcalltheTLofPrimaryAgencyandgettheESFactivated.
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ii. TeamLeader(TL)ofPrimaryAgencyandgettheESFactivated.
iii. In coordinationwith the transportationESF, itwill ensurea criticalnumberof
medicalprofessionals tobereachedat thesite includingspecialists fromother
Districts.
iv. Iftemporaryhousingarrangementsarebeingmadefortheaffectedpopulation,
the ESF must ensure high standards of sanitation in settlements in order to
reduceepidemicoutbreak.
v. Ensuring theprovision and continuous supplyofmedical facilities. (Medicines,
equipments ambulances, doctors and manpower etc) required at the disaster
affectedsiteandthehospitalhealthcenterscateringtodisastervictims.
vi. Incaseoforthopediccarerequiredindisasterslikeearthquakestheimmediate
responsewouldhavetobecomplimentedbyafollowuptreatmentschedulefor
amajorityofthepatientsin/neartheirplaceofresidence.
vii. Trainedprofessionalsshouldbemobilizedbypsychosocialsupport.
viii. Ensuringsettingupoftemporaryinformationcentersathospitalswiththehelp
ofESFthroughhelplinesandwarningdisseminationsystem.
ix. TLwillcoordinate,directand integratestate levelresponsetoprovidemedical
andsanitationhealthassistances.
x. OntherecommendationsoftheEOC,theTLalsoresponsibleto:
xi. Sendrequiredmedicines,vaccines,drugs,plasters,syringes,etc.
xii. Arrange for additional blood supply. Send additional medical personnel
equippedwithfood,beddingandtentsetc.
xiii. Sendvehiclesandanyadditionalmedicalequipment.
SOP for Quick Response Team (QRT) on Medical Response and Trauma
Counseling–
i. QRTswillprovidesituationandprogressreportsontheactiontakenbytheteam
totherespectiveEOCs.
ii. QRTswillassesstypeofinjuries,numberofpeopleaffectedandpossiblemedical
assistanceneeds.
iii. QRTswillensuretimelyresponsetotheneedsoftheaffectedvictimssuchas:
a. Establishinghealthfacilityandtreatmentcentersatdisastersites.
b. Providingmedical servicesasreportedby theDistrictCivilSurgeonwith
DistrictEOCandStateEOCs.
c. Proceduresshouldbeclarifiedinbetween
d. Peripheralhospitals
e. Privatehospitals
f. Bloodbanks
g. Generalhospitalsand
h. Health services established at transit camps, relief camps and affected
villages.
i. QRTs shouldmaintain check posts and surveillance at all entry and exit
pointsfromtheaffectedarea,especiallyduringthetreatorexistenceofan
epidemic.
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IMPORTANTTIPS–
a. Checkupthestockofmedicines,bleachingpowderandhalogentablets.If
necessary,sendimmediaterequisitiontoCMO.
b. Startmovementofmedicines,bleachingpowder,etc.toPHCs/CHCs.
c. Ensure thatmedical officers are in place at the PHCs and CHCs through
CMO,SDMO,PoliceStations,andBlocks.CMOshalldecidethelocationsof
camps. All CDPOs shall be teamedupwith theMO of PHC/CHC/SCwith
theirvehiclesandsupervisors.
12.13 ESF6:WATERSUPPLY–
Background–
The ESF on drinking water and water supply will ensure provision of basic
quantityofcleandrinkingwaterandwaterforotherpurposesinamannerthatdoesnot
allowthespreadofdiseasesthroughthecontaminationofwater.
SituationAssumptions–
i. Existingwaterstoragebodieswillbedamagedandunusable.
ii. There would be an urgent need of water to assist victims in rescue
operation.
iii. Breakdownofsanitationsystem.
iv. Contaminationofwaterduetooutflowfromsewersorduetobreakageof
waterpipelines.
NodalAgency : PHE(State)
SupportAgency : PHE&LAD(DistrictCouncil)
SOPSforNodalAgency–
i. Team leader (TL) of ESF on Water Supply will activate the ESF on
receivingtheintimationofthedisasterfromDEOC.
ii. TLwouldinformNodalOfficers(NOs)ofsupportagenciesabouttheevent
andESFactivation.
iii. TLwillensurespecialcareforwomenwithinfantsandpregnantwomen.
iv. Provide for sending additional support along with food, bedding, and
tents.
v. Sendvehiclesandanyadditionaltoolsandequipmentsneeded.
SOPforQuickResponseTeam(QRT)onWaterSupply–
i. QRTswill ensure that supplyofdrinkingwater ismadeavailableat the
affectedsiteandreliefcamp.
ii. QRTs will ensure the temporary sewerage lines and drainage lines are
keptseparate.
iii. QRTswill report the situation and the progress on action taken by the
teamtotheEOC.
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iv. QRTswillintimatetheirTLoftheadditionalresourcesneeded.
v. Carryoutemergencyrepairsofalldamagestowatersupplysystems.
vi. Assisthealthauthoritiestoidentifyappropriatesourcesofpotablewater.
vii. Identify unacceptable water sources and take necessary precautions to
ensurethatnowaterisaccessedfromsuchsources,eitherbysealingsuch
arrangementsorbypostingthedepartmentguards.
viii. Arrange for alternate water supply and storage in all transit camps,
feedingcenters,reliefcamps,cattlecamps,andalsotheaffectedareas,till
normalwatersupplyisrestored.
ix. Ensure that potable water supply is restored as per the standards and
procedureslaiddownin“StandardsforPotableWater”.
x. Planforemergencyaccommodationsforstafffromoutsidethearea.
xi. QRTswillensuretimelyresponsetotheneedsoftheaffectedvictims.
xii. QRTswillsetuptemporarysanitationfacilitiesatthereliefcamps.
12.14 ESF7:RELIEF(FOODANDSHELTER)–
Background–
Intheeventofadisastertherewouldbeaneedofdisbursingreliefmaterialsdue
tomassivedestructionoflifeandpropertytakenplace.TheESFonReliefshouldensure
coordination of activities involving with the emergency provisions of temporary
shelters,emergencymassfeedingandbulkdistributionofreliefsuppliestothedisaster
victimsasalsothedisastermanagersandreliefworkers.
SituationAssumptions–
i. Probabilityofshortageofcriticalresources.
ii. Immediateassistancetothecommunityatthetimeofresourceshortage
particularlywhenaffectedareaislarger.
NodalAgency : DepartmentofFoodandCivilSupplies
SupportAgency : NGOs
SOPSfornodalAgency–
i. TLwillactivatetheESFonreceivingtheinformationofthedisasterfrom
DistrictEOC.
ii. TL would inform Nodal Officers (NGOs) of support agencies about the
eventandESFactivation.
iii. TLwillcoordinatewithallstateanddistrict levelsuppliersas identified
withunderIDRN.
iv. TLwithcoordinatewithotherESFsrelatedtotransportation,debrisand
road clearance to ensure quality supply chain management of relief
materials.
v. Ensuring composite relief with availability of complimentary relief
materials.
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SOPforQuickResponseTeam(QRT)onRelief–
i. QRTswillreporttositeofthereliefcamps.
ii. QRTswillberesponsibletomanagementanddistributereliefitemstothe
affectedvictims.
iii. QRTswillberesponsibleforreportingtheprogressonactiontakenbythe
teamtotheEOC.
iv. QRTswill provide information to their TL about the need of additional
resources.
v. Clearingoftheareastoestablishreliefcamps.
vi. Settingupreliefcampsandtentsusinginnovativemethodsthatcansave
time.
vii. Assist local authorities to set up important telecom and other service
relatedfacilities.
viii. Initiate, direct andmarketprocurement of foodavailable fromdifferent
inventoriesandensuringfoodsuppliestotheaffectedpopulation.
ix. Ensuring distribution of relief material to the all the people including
vulnerable groups of the target area such as women infants, pregnant
women,andchildren,agedpeopleandhandicapped.
x. EnsuringsupporttoLocalAdministration.
xi. Locatingadequatereliefcampsbasedondamagesurvey.
xii. Developalternativearrangementsforpopulationlivinginstructuresthat
mightbeaffectedevenafterthedisaster.
12.15 ESF8:EQUIPMENTSUPPORT,DEBRISANDROADCLEARANCE–
Background–
TheimportanceofthisESFemanatesfromthefactthatmostlarge-scalehazards
suchasearthquakes,cyclonesandfloodsprimarilyaffectthebuildingstructures.
SituationAssumptions–
i. Accesstodisaster-affectedareawoulddependuponthere-establishment
ofgroundandwaterroutes.
ii. Earlydamage assessmentmaybe incomplete, inaccurate and general. A
rapidassessmentmayberequiredtodetermineresponsetime.
iii. Engineersandmasonsmayberequiredinlargescalefortheinspectionof
presentbuildings.
NodalAgency : PWD(State)
SupportAgency : PWD&LAD(DistrictCouncil),DRDA
SOPSfornodalAgency–
i. TeamLeader(TL)willactivatetheESFonreceivingtheinformationofthe
disasterfromDistrictEOC.
ii. TL would inform Nodal Officers (NGOs) of support agencies about the
eventandESFactivation.
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iii. TL will coordinate with the supporting agency to mobilize equipments
fromthewarehousesthroughIDRNdatabase.
iv. Therespectivesupportingagencieswillcontacttheirrespectivepersonal
tomovetheequipmentstocentralwarehouse.
v. TheequipmentslikeJCB,concretecuttersidentifiedaspertheneedwill
betransportedtothesite.
vi. As per the information the nodal officer of Debris road clearance will
make an assessment onof thedamagesof roads andbuilt structures at
thesiteandsurroundingareas.
vii. The nodal officers of SupportingAgencieswill immediately start debris
clearanceoperationtoenablemovementtotheaffectedsite.
viii. Reviewofthecurrentsituationistakenupbythenodalagencytoupdate
the support agencies and to delegate their respective personnel to take
precautionarymeasure toplande-routes for the transportationESF’s to
beoperational.
ix. All supporting agencies will inspect the road and rail network and
structureswithinthedisastersiteandsurrounding.
x. TL will also ensure proper corpse disposal and post mortem by
coordinatingwithESFonmedicalresponse.
SOPforQuickResponseTeamonEquipmentsupport,debrisandRoad(QRT)on
Relief’Clearance–
i. Damage assessment including locations, number of structures damaged
andseverityofdamage.
ii. TheQRTswillbedeployedattheaffectedsite.
iii. Enlisting the types of equipments as compiled from IDRN resource
inventoryrequiredforconductingthedebrisclearance.
iv. Reliefcampsandmedicalfacilitiesfordisastervictims.
v. TheQRTswillreportthesituationandtheprogressinresponseactivities
totherespectiveEOCs.
vi. Undertake construction of temporary roads to serve as access to
temporary transit and relief camps, and medical facilities for disaster
victims.
vii. Repairingofallpavedanunpavedroadsurfaceincludingedgemetalling,
pothole patching and any failure of surface, foundations in the affected
areas by maintenance engineer’s staff and keeps monitoring their
conditions.
12.16 ESF9:HELPLINES,WARNINGDISSEMINATION–
Background–
TheESFonhelp linesandwarningdissemination shouldprocessandcirculate
informationaboutthewelfareofcitizensofaffectedareaandmanagingthetremendous
flow of information. The help lines will be responsible for providing, directing and
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coordinating logistical operations.D.C. Siahahasalreadymadeadisasterhelpline, i.e.
(03835)-1077.
SituationAssumptions–
i. There may be a flood of information and confusion about the injured
population.
ii. Thecommunicationwithaffectedareamaybepartiallyimpaired.
NodalAgency : DeputyCommissioner,Siaha
SupportAgency : NIC,MPRO,I&PR,AIR,NGOReps
SOPSfornodalAgency–
i. ICwillcalltheTLofPrimaryAgencyandgettheESFactivated.
ii. TLofprimaryagencywillcallnodalofficersofsupportingagencies.
iii. TLwouldactivatetheDistrictQuickresponseTeam.
iv. TheQRTswillbedeployedattheaffectedsite.
v. QRTswill report thesituationand theprogress inresponseactivities to
therespectiveEOCs.
vi. Sendingflashnewsof latestupdates/donationrequirementsfordisaster
areaalloverthestate.
vii. AssistingtheEOCinprovidingupdatedinformationtonationalaswellas
attheDistrictlevel.
viii. Settingupoftollfreenumbersforemergencyinformationassistance.
SOPforQuickResponseTeamonHelpLines,WarningDissemination–
i. TheQRTmemberswillreachtothenodalofficeassoonas theywillget
instructions.
ii. QRT teams would reach to the site immediately after receiving
instructionsfromthenodalofficer.
iii. OnthesiteQRTmemberswilltakestockofthesituationfromtheICatthe
siteandtheircounterparts.
iv. The QRTs will coordinate, collect, process, report and display essential
elements of information and facilitate support for planning efforts in
responseoperations.
12.17 ESF10:ELECTRICITY–
Background–
ESF on electricity will facilitate restoration of electricity distribution systems
afteradisaster. In theeventofadisaster therewouldbemajorelectricity failureand
manypowerstationsdamaged.
SituationAssumptions–
i. Prolongedelectricityfailure.
ii. Theaffectedvictimsmaybepanicked.
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iii. Halt of all activities specially jamming communication-networking
systemsintheaffectedsite.
NodalAgency : P&E(State)
SupportAgency : PWD(State)&NGOs
SOPSfornodalAgency–
i. ICwillcalltheTLofPrimaryAgencyandgettheESFactivated.
ii. TLofprimaryagencywillcallnodalofficersofsupportingagencies.
iii. TLwouldactivatetheDistrictQuickresponseTeam.
iv. TheQRTswillbedeployedattheaffectedsite.
v. TLwilldispatchemergencyrepairsteamsequippedwithtools,tentsand
food.
SOPforQuickResponseTeam(QRT)onElectricity–
i. QRTsmemberswillreachthenodalofficeassoonastheygetinstructions
todosofromtheTL.
ii. QRT members would reach to the site immediately after receiving
instructionfromthenodalofficer.
iii. OnthesiteQRTmemberswilltakestockofthesituationfromtheICatthe
siteandtheircounterparts.
iv. The QRTs will coordinate, collect, process, report and display essential
elements of information and facilitate support for planning efforts in
responseoperations.
v. Beginrepairingandreconstructionwork.
vi. Assisting hospitals in establishing an emergency supply by assembling
generatorsandotheremergencyequipments,ifnecessary.
vii. The members of QRTs will establish temporary electricity supplies for
transitcamps,feedingcenters,reliefcamps,DistrictControlRoomandon
accessroadstothesame.
viii. The members of QRTs will establish temporary electricity supplies for
reliefmaterialgo-downs.
ix. Compile an itemized assessment of damage, from reports made by
variouselectricalreceivingcentersandsub-centers.
x. Reportaboutalltheactivitiestotheheadoffice.
12.18 ESF11:TRANSPORTATION–
Background–
The ESF on Transport should ensure smooth transportation links at state and
district level. Within the disaster context, quick and safe movement of material and
humans are a priority. It should coordinate the use of transportation resources to
supporttheneedsofemergencysupportforcesrequiringtransportcapacitytoperform
theiremergencyresponse,recoveryandassistancemissions.
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SituationAssumptions–
i. Thestateciviltransportationinfrastructurewillsustaindamage,limiting
accesstothedisasterarea.
ii. Accesswillimproveasroutesareclearedandrepaired.
iii. The movement of relief supplies will create congestion in the
transportationservices.
NodalAgency : DepartmentofTransport(State)
SupportAgencies : TransportDepartment(DistrictCouncil)
SOPSfornodalAgency–
i. TLofTransportationESFwillactivatetheESFonreceivingtheintimation
ofthedisasterfromDistrictEOC.
ii. TLwouldinformNodalOfficers(NOs)ofsupportagenciesabouttheevent
andESFactivation.
iii. TLestablishescontactwiththedistrictEOCforFIR.
iv. TLrequestsforreportsfromlocalTransportationESFcontactperson.
v. TLcommunicatessituationtosupportagenciesandrequestsfordetailed
informationonthestatusoftransportationinfrastructureintheaffected
area(s).
SOPforQuickResponseTeam(QRT)onTransport–
i. TheQRTmemberswillreachtothenodalofficeassoonas theywillget
instructionstodosofromtheTL.
ii. Asquickresponse teamswill receive instructions fromthenodalofficer
theywouldreachtothesiteimmediately.
iii. QRTswouldreportthesituationandtheprogressonactiontakenbythe
teamtotherespectiveEOCs.
iv. QRTs will end a requirement schedule for the different modes of
transportatione.g.trucks,boats,helicopterstobeputonstand-by.
v. QRTs will ensure timely re-establishment of the critical transportation
links.
vi. The members of QRTs will establish temporary electricity supplies for
reliefmaterialgodowns.
vii. Compile an itemized assessment of damage, from reports made by
variouselectricalreceivingcentersandsub-centers.
viii. Reportingaboutallactivitiestotheheadofoffices.
12.19 EmergencySupportFunctionstable
This isanadditional feature in thenewmechanismofdisastermanagement.A
concerted effort of various agencies is required to manage a disaster. Usually the
agencies are able to perform the required function, but lack of proper coordination
leaves them under-utilized. To avoid this type of problem, a new mechanism called
EmergencySupportFunctions(ESFs)areformulatedinSiahaDistrict.
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ESF Function NodalAgency SupportingAgency
ESF–1 Communication MPRO BSNL,I&PR,NIC
ESF–2
Evacuation
D.C
Police,FireServices,
NCC,Army,PWD
(State&MADC),PHE
(State&MADC)
ESF–3
SearchandRescue
Police&Fire
Police,Beino&
MeisavaihAdventure
Club,40BCoyA.R.
ESF–4 LawandOrder Police HomeGuards,40B
CoyAssamRifles
ESF–5 Medical&Trauma
Counseling
HealthDeptt. SWD,MCHP,CDPO
ESF–6 WaterSupply PHE(State) PHE&LAD(District
Council)
ESF–7 Relief Food&Civil
Supplies,
NGOs
ESF–8 EquipmentSupply,Debris
andRoadClearance
PWD(State) PWD&LAD(District
Council)
ESF–9 HelpLines,Warning
Dissemination
D.C. NIC,MPRO,I&PR,
NGO
ESF–10 Electricity P&E(State) NGOs
ESF–11 Transport RTP(State) PWD(State&Council)
The basic structure of the ESF depends up on the functions they are supposed to
perform. Altogether there are 11 ESFs in Siaha District each ESF is led by the nodal
departmentinthedistrictandassistedbytheotherparallelcivicbodies.
12.20 ACTIONPLANFORPOLICE–
ResponseActivation
1. TheNodalOfficerfromMizoramPolicewillactivatetheQuickResponseTeams.
2. TheQRTwillbedeployedattheSOCs.
3. AspertheinformationfromIMTs,moreofficersmaybesentatsite.
Actionstobetaken
1. If felt, cordoning off area to restrict movement of onlookers, vehicular and
pedestriantrafficshouldbedone.
2. Quickassessmentoflawandordersituationinaffectedareas.
3. Prepareupdates on the lawandorder situation every2–3hours andbrief the
IncidentCommander.
4. Arrangementsforcontrollingsituationslikeriotingandlooting.
5. QRTswillguardpropertyandvaluablesinaffectedareas.
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6. Controlandmonitortrafficmovement.
7. QRTswill also provide information about traffic flow along various corridors,
especiallyheavytrafficorcongestedroads.
8. QRTs will communicate to police control rooms, details on the field activities
4including 4deployment 4and 4reinforcement 4of 4staff 4and resources and
communicatenatureofadditionalrequirements.
Equipmentstobebrought
1. Searchlights
2. Generator
3. Crane-HeavyDutyForkType
4. RecoveryVan
5. Stretchers
6. FirstaidKits
7. Vehicles:MiniBuses,HeavyTruck,MobilizationTrucks.
8. Watertanker
12.21 ACTIONPLANFORFIREANDEMERGENCYSERVICE–
ResponseActivation
1. AssoonastheNodalOfficergetsinformationaboutthedisaster,heshouldreach
theEOC.
2. TheQuickResponseTeamswillbedeployedattheSOCs.
3. AsperinformationfromIMT,moreofficersmaybesentatside.
Actionstobetaken
1. Atthesite,QRTsshouldcontactthelocalvolunteersandlocalpeopletogather
informationaboutvulnerableareassothatsearchandrescueoperationcantake
place through a proper channel in heavily dense areas, large buildings,
communitycenters,hotels,hospitals,publicbuildingsandanyotherareahaving
largegathering.
2. Locatethedamagedandcollapsedstructuresandrescuethepopulationburied
andtrappedinrubble.
3. Specialcaretowomenandchildrengroupsshouldbegivenastheyareexpected
tobemoreaffectedandhelplessincaseofanyemergencysituation.
4. Coordinate with the Transportation ESF if a large number of medical
professionals need to be sent to the affected sites and/or a large number of
victimsneedtobetransportedtohealthfacilities.
Equipmentstobebrought
1. FireExtinguisher
2. Deliveryhose
3. Suctionhose
4. Fireaxe
5. LadderPlatforms
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6. ConcreteCutter
7. Foam
12.22 ACTIONPLANFORP&E–
ResponseActivation
1. AssoonastheNodalOfficergetsinformationaboutthedisasterreachtheEOC.
2. TheQRTwillbedeployedatthesites.
3. AsperinformationreceivedfromIMT,moreofficersmaybesentatsite.
Actionstobetaken
1. Willdispatchemergencyrepairteamsequippedwithtools,tentsandfood.
2. Assisthospitals inestablishinganemergency supplybyassembling generators
andothersemergencyequipments,ifnecessary.
3. ThemembersofQRTswillestablishtemporaryelectricitysuppliesforotherkey
publicandprivatewatersystems.
4. ThemembersofQRTswillmakearrangementsfortemporaryelectricitysupplies
for transit camps, feeding centers, relief camps and SOC, DEOC and on access
roadstothesame.
5. The members of QRTs will establish temporary electricity supplies for relief
materialsgodowns.
6. Compile an itemized assessment of damage, from reports made by various
electricalreceivingcentersandsub-centers.
7. Reportaboutalltheactivitiestotheheadoffice.
Equipmentstobebrought
Allmaterial required for restoration of supplyavailablewith thedepartment in Field
Offices/Stores.
12.23 ACTIONPLANFORBSNL–
Goal
TheBSNLisprimarilyresponsibleforrestorationofcommunicationfacilities.TheBSNL
shouldensurethesmoothflowofinformationthatcancatertotheoutreachinatime-
sensitivemanneratstatelevelinresponseefforts.
ResponseActivation
1. Soonafterreceivinginformationaboutdisaster(fromanysource).NodalOfficer
willcontactState/DistrictEOC.
2. TheNodalOfficerfromBSNLwillactivatetheQRT.
3. As per the information from IncidentManagement Team,more teamsmay be
deployedataffectedsits.
Actiontobetaken
1. Communicatesituation tosupportagencies (Airtel, IDEA,NICetc.) andrequest
fordetailedinformationonthestatusofequipmentandinfrastructuredamagein
theaffectedarea(s).
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2. Launch assessment mission to understand better the nature of damage to
telecomservicesandnetwork.
3. Ensurepossiblearrangementsforestablishingreliableandappropriatenetwork.
4. Workoutaplanofactionforprivatetelecomcompaniesandconveneameeting
todiscussandfinalizethemodalities.
5. CompileandcommunicateActionTakenReporttoDistrictandStateAuthorities.
6. NewnumbersanddetailsofcontactpersonstobecommunicatedtoEmergency
OperationsCentre(District/State).
7. Mobileexchangesshouldbedeployedasalternativemodeofcommunicationfor
authoritiesandgeneralpublic.
8. Establish telephone facilities for the public and information on this should be
announcedthroughmedia.
9. Monitor the situation and arrange for emergency staff required to operate
systemsestablished.
10. Informdistrict/stateauthoritiesondebrisclearnessoftheworkrequired.
11. Launchrehabilitationworkandarrangeforrepairsandrelocation,ifrequired.
12. Make available various types of equipment/material/technical manpower and
services,ifrequested.
Equipmentstobebrought
1. EmergencyCommunicationVanwithGSMandCDMAservices.
2. Other necessary equipments to restore communication network/set-up
alternativeemergencycommunication.
12.24 ACTIONPLANFORPWD–
Actiontobetaken
1. The above agencies will bring debris of heavy RCC structures (having
beams/columns) and put dummies beneath the debris. This will facilitate
demonstrationofsearch&rescueoperations.Soonaftersearchandrescueteam
leavethesite,willmobilizeequipmentsfordebrisclearance.
2. AssumeroleinEquipmentsupport,debrisandroadclearance,onreceivingthe
intimationofthedisasterfromStateEOC/NodalOfficerofMCD.
3. CoordinatewiththeMCDofficerstomobilizeequipmentsfromthewarehouses.
4. Contactrespectivepersonaltomovetheequipmentstocentralwarehouse.
5. The equipments like JCB, concrete cutters identified as per the need will be
transportedtothesite.
6. Onreceiving intimationon the intensityof thedamagesof structure, thenodal
officer will make an assessment on of the damages of roads and structures
reportedatthesiteandsurroundingareas.
7. The nodal officers will call for personal to immediately start debris clearance
operationtoenablemovementtotheaffectedsite.
8. A review of the current situation should be taken up by the nodal agency to
update the support agencies to delegate their respective personnel to take
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precautionary measure to plan de-routes for the transportation ESF’s to be
operational.
9. Allsupportingagencieswillinspecttheroad/railnetworkandstructureswithin
thedisastersiteandsurrounding.
10. Assessment of damage (locations, no. of structures damaged, severity of
damage).
11. TheQRTswillbedeployedattheaffectedsite.
12. Enlistingthetypesofequipmentascompiledfromresourceinventoryrequired
forconductingthedebrisclearance.
13. TheQRTswillreportthesituationandtheprogressinresponseactivitiestothe
respectiveEOCs.
14. Undertake construction of temporary roads to serve as access to temporary
transitandreliefcamps,andmedicalfacilitiesfordisastervictims.
15. Undertake repair of all paved and unpaved road surfaces including edge
metalling,potholepatchingandanyfailureofsurface,foundationsintheaffected
areasbymaintenanceengineer’sstaffandkeepmonitoringtheirconditions.
16. Ensure a critical number of medical professionals to reach the site including
specialistsfromoutsidethestate.
17. Iftemporarylivingarrangementsarebeingmadefromtheaffectedpopulace,the
agencies must ensure high standards of sanitation in settlements in order to
preventthemultiplicityofthedisaster.
18. Coordinate,direct,andintegrateresponsetoprovideEquipmentssupport,relief
campsestablishment,andsanitationhealthassistances.
19. Mobilizesdifferentmodesoftransportatione.g.Trucks,etc. tobeputonstand-
by.
20. Assisttimelyre-establishmentofthecriticaltransportationlinks.
21. Compile an itemized assessment of damage, from reports made by various
receivingcentersandsub-centers.
Equipmentstobebrought
1. JCB, concrete breakers, cranes, grader, cutter, jack hammer, tipper, folkanes,
dumper, aerometric hammer for debris/road clearance, supporting rescue
operations.
2. Vehicles(trucks),earthmovers,rescueequipments,mobilemedicalvans.
3. Otherdisastermanagementrelatedequipments.
12.25 ACTIONPLANFORPHE–
ResponseActivation
1. Upon receipt of notification about disaster, nodal officer will activate quick
responseteams.
2. Thequickresponseteamswillbedeployedatthesites.
Actiontobetaken
1. Quickassessmentofwaterlinedamageandcontamination.
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2. Supplyofwatertankerstodisasteraffectedcommunities.
3. Deploy response teams to repair and restore water supply lines that may be
damagesafterdisaster.
4. Quickassessmentofwatercontaminationlevelsandtakingstepstorestoreclean
drinkingwater.
5. ProvideinformationtoIMT,DEOCandstateEOCaboutextentofdamage.
Equipments/Materialstobebroughttosite
Watertankers,pipewrench,etc.
12.26 ACTIONPLANFORFOOD,CIVILSUPPLIES&CONSUMERAFFAIRS–
ResponseActivation
1. TeamleaderwillactivateESFonreceivinginformationofthedisasterfromState
EOC.
2. TeamleaderwillinformNodalOfficersofsupportagenciesabouttheeventand
ESFactivation.
Actiontobetaken
1. Coordinate with ESFs related to transportation, debris and road clearance to
ensurequalitysupplychainmanagementandreliefmaterials.
2. QRTstoreporttositeofreliefcamps.
3. QRTs responsible formanagement anddistribution of food and relief items to
affectedvictims.
4. QRTsresponsibleforreportingprogressofactiontakentoEOC.
5. Preparingtake-homefoodpacketsforfamilies.
6. Ensuringsupporttolocaladministration.
Equipments/Materialstobebroughttosite
Foodpacketsandotherfoods
12.27 ACTIONPLANFORDEPARTMENTOFTRANSPORT–
ResponseActivation
1. TeamleaderwillactivateESFonreceivinginformationofthedisasterfromState
EOC.
2. TeamleaderwillinformNodalOfficersofsupportagenciesabouttheeventand
ESFactivation.
Actiontobetaken
Team leader communicates situation to support agencies and requests for detailed
informationonthestatusoftransportationinfrastructureintheaffectedarea(s).
12.28 ACTIONPLANFORARMY–
ResponseActivation
1. Upon receipt of notification about disaster, nodal officer will activate quick
responseteams.
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2. Thequickresponseteamswillbedeployedatthesites.
Actiontobetaken
1. SupportandcoordinatewiththeIncidentCommandSystemforLawandOrder,
SearchandRescue,distributionofReliefmaterial,MedicalResponseandTrauma
Counselingfunctions.
2. Locatethedamagedandcollapsedstructuresandrescuethepopulationburied
andtrappedinrubble.
3. Cordoningoffareatorestrictmovementofonlookers,vehicularandpedestrian
trafficshouldbedone.
4. Quickassessmentoflawandordersituationinaffectedareas.
12.29 COMPOSITIONOFSEARCHANDRESCUETEAM–
TheTypicalSearchandRescueTeamshouldconsistof
1. Rescueandevacuationteam.
2. Reliefteam,MedicalUnit,Technicalsupportteam.
3. DamageandneedAssessmentteam.
RescueRequired
1. Acousticlisteningdevices
2. SearchCams
3. Rescuegears
4. Canines
5. Hydraulicplatform60mts.TelescopiccumArticulating
6. Hydraulicplatform54mts.TelescopicwithArticulatingtipboom
7. Hydraulicplatform45mts.TelescopicwithArticulatingtipboom&rotatingcage
8. HydraulicTelescopecrane(45mts.100toncapacity)
9. Hydraulic/pneumatic4rescue4tools4(Heavy4duty4industrial4type)Concrete
saws,portables,gasolineoperatedwithdiamondchains
10. 12”&14”withwaterpump&hose/connectors
11. Concretebreakers(28kgs)
12. Concretebreaker(10kgs)
13. PneumaticHigh-pressureliftingbags12to132tons
14. Lifedetectorcompactsystem
15. Helmets with head mounted strap lights/battery & wireless/walkie-talkie
adapters
16. Mechanicaljacksupports
17. Excavator,BucketCap0.3cu.m.wt.@7/8ton,HP@50/60HP
18. Bucketcap1.0cu.mt.wt.@20/25tonHP@120/135
19. WheelDozerG14Dtype.BulldozerD80A12,Tippertruck,tractors
20. Liftingcranecap.25ton
21. Mobilemedicalvan,TataSumo
22. DowateringpumpheavydutymountedonaLCV
23. Towingcrane,Trailer25tontotransferthemachinery
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24. MobileBreakdownUnit
OtherResources
1. Emergencylights,torches
2. PublicAddressSystems(batteryoperated)
3. Stretchers,Covereddustbins
4. Earthdiggingequipments
5. Polythenesheets,Fire-fightingequipment
6. BleachingPowder,FistAidkits
7. Protectiveshoes/gloves,Casualtybags.
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APPENDIX–I
IMPORTANTVILLAGESDATA
(BASEDONVILLAGELEVELSTATISTICS,2005)–
S/N Village Distance
fromSiaha
No.ofNGO Others
1. Tuipang 72kms MTP,MCHP,
MSO,YMA&
MHIP
1)PHC–1
2)P/S–2,M/S-2,H/S-1
3)CommunityHall–2
4)PHEPoint–12
5)VillageWaterPoint–2
2. Zawngling 86kms MTP,MSO&
MCHP
1)HSC–1
2)P/S–3,M/S-1,H/S-1
3)CommunityHall–2
4)PHEPoint–6
5)VillageWaterPoint–1
3. TuipangL 80kms MTP,MSO&
MCHP
1)HSC–1
2)P/S–2&M/S–1
3)CommunityHall–1
4)PHEPoint–4
5)VillageWaterPoint–1
4. Chapui 115kms MTP,MSO&
MCHP
1)HSC–1
2)P/S–2,M/S-1,H/S-1
3)CommunityHall–1
4)PHEPoint–6
5)VillageWaterPoint–1
5. Chakhang 67kms MTP,MSO&
MCHP
1)HSC–1
2)P/S–2,M/S-1,H/S-1
3)CommunityHall–1
4)PHEPoint–1
5)VillageWaterPoint–5
6. Tuisih 68kms MTP,MSO&
MCHP
1)HSC–1
2)P/S–3,M/S-1,H/S-1
3)CommunityHall–x
4)PHEPoint–3
5)VillageWaterPoint–1
7. Siata 55kms MTP,MSO&
MCHP
1)HSC–1
2)P/S–2&M/S–1
3)CommunityHall–2
4)PHEPoint–3
5)VillageWaterPoint–2
8. Ainak 61kms MTP&MCHP 1)HSC/PHC–x
2)P/S–2&M/S–1
3)CommunityHall–1
4)PHEPoint–4
5)VillageWaterPoint–2
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9. Niawhtlang 30kms YLA&LWA 1)HSC–1
2)P/S,M/S&H/S–1each
3)CommunityHall–1
4)PHEPoint–2
5)VillageWaterPoint–3
10. Chhuarlung 46kms MTP&MCHP 1)HSC–1
2)P/S–2,M/S-1,H/S-1
3)CommunityHall–x
4)PHEPoint–6
5)VillageWaterPoint–2
11. Khopai 102kms MTP&MCHP 1)HSC/PHC–x
2)P/S&M/S–1each
3)CommunityHall–1
4)PHEPoint–1
5)VillageWaterPoint–1
12. Mawhre 100kms MTP&MCHP 1)HSC/PHC–x
2)P/S&M/S–1each
3)CommunityHall–1
4)PHEPoint–2
5)VillageWaterPoint–1
13. Laki 114kms MTP&MCHP 1)HSC–1
2)P/S–2,M/S-1,H/S-1
3)CommunityHall–1
4)PHEPoint–2
5)VillageWaterPoint–2
14. Siatlai 79kms MTP&MCHP 1)HSC–1
2)P/S&M/S–1each
3)CommunityHall–x
4)PHEPoint–x
5)VillageWaterPoint–x
15. Vahai 115kms MTP&MCHP 1)HSC–1
2)P/S–2&M/S–1
3)CommunityHall–x
4)PHEPoint–x
5)VillageWaterPoint–1
16. Chheihlu 92kms MTP&MCHP 1)HSC/PHC–x
2)P/S–2&M/S–1
3)CommunityHall–1
4)PHEPoint–x
5)VillageWaterPoint–5
17. Siasi 55kms MTP,MSO&
MCHP
1)HSC/PHC–x
2)P/S&M/S–1each
3)CommunityHall–x
4)PHEPoint–3
5)VillageWaterPoint–3
18. Phusa 58kms MTP,MCHP&
PSU
1)HSC/PHC–x
2)P/S–1&M/S–1
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3)CommunityHall–x
4)PHEPoint–1
5)VillageWaterPoint–1
19. Lungbun 37kms MTP&MCHP 1)HSC/PHC–x
2)P/S–2&M/S–1
3)CommunityHall–x
4)PHEPoint–3
5)VillageWaterPoint–2
20. Ahmypi 106kms MTP&MCHP 1)HSC/PHC–x
2)P/S–1&M/S–1
3)CommunityHall–x
4)PHEPoint–x
5)VillageWaterPoint–2
21. KawlchawE 41kms MTP,MSO,
MCHP,YMA&
YLA
1)HSC/PHC–x
2)P/S–2&M/S–1
3)CommunityHall–x
4)PHEPoint–x
5)VillageWaterPoint–4
22. Serkawr 53kms MTP,MSO&
MCHP
1)HSC–1
2)P/S–3,M/S–1&H/S-1
3)CommunityHall–x
4)PHEPoint–1
5)VillageWaterPoint–4
23. NewSerkawr 48kms MTP 1)HSC/PHC–x
2)P/S–1
3)CommunityHall–x
4)PHEPoint–1
5)VillageWaterPoint–2
24. NewLatawh 57kms MTP,MSO,
MHIP&MCHP
1)HSC/PHC–x
2)P/S–2,M/S–1
3)CommunityHall–1
4)PHEPoint–5
5)VillageWaterPoint–2
25. Laty 67kms MTP,MSO&
MCHP
1)HSC–1
2)P/S–1,M/S–1
3)CommunityHall–1
4)PHEPoint–4
5)VillageWaterPoint–1
26. Maila 82kms MTP&MCHP 1)HSC/PHC–x
2)P/S–1
3)CommunityHall–x
4)PHEPoint–2
5)VillageWaterPoint–2
27. Kaisih 99kms MTP&MCHP 1)HSC/PHC–x
2)P/S–1,M/S–1
3)CommunityHall–1
4)PHEPoint–4
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5)VillageWaterPoint–1
28. Phura 97kms MTP,MSO,
MHIP&MCHP
1)HSC–1
2)P/S–2,M/S–1&H/S–1
3)CommunityHall–x
4)PHEPoint–7
5)VillageWaterPoint–2
29. Lawngban 98kms MTP&MCHP 1)HSC/PHC–x
2)P/S–1,M/S–1
3)CommunityHall–1
4)PHEPoint–4
5)VillageWaterPoint–2
30. Meipu 126kms MTP,MSO&
MCHP
1)HSC/PHC–x
2)P/S–1
3)CommunityHall–x
4)PHEPoint–1
5)VillageWaterPoint–1
31. Lungdar 98kms MTP 1)HSC/PHC–x
2)P/S–1
3)CommunityHall–x
4)PHEPoint–x
5)VillageWaterPoint–1
32. Supha 117kms MTP 1)HSC/PHC–x
2)P/S–1
3)CommunityHall–x
4)PHEPoint–x
5)VillageWaterPoint–1
33. Lope 110kms MTP 1)HSC/PHC–x
2)P/S–1
3)CommunityHall–x
4)PHEPoint–x
5)VillageWaterPoint–1
34. Tongkolong 110kms MTP,MSO&
MCHP
1)HSC–1
2)P/S–1&M/S–1
3)CommunityHall–1
4)PHEPoint–x
5)VillageWaterPoint–4
35. Lomasu 120kms MTP&MCHP 1)HSC/PHC–x
2)P/S–2
3)CommunityHall–x
4)PHEPoint–x
5)VillageWaterPoint–2
36. Theiri 56kms MTP&MCHP 1)HSC/PHC–x
2)P/S–1&M/S–1
3)CommunityHall–x
4)PHEPoint–x
5)VillageWaterPoint–1
37. ZeroPoint 29kms MTP 1)HSC–1
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2)P/S–1&M/S–1
3)CommunityHall–1
4)PHEPoint–2
5)VillageWaterPoint–1
38 Riasikah 20kms MTP 1)HSC/PHC–x
2)P/S–1
3)CommunityHall–x
4)PHEPoint–x
5)VillageWaterPoint–2
39. LowerTheiva 47kms MTP,MSO,
MCHP,MHIP&
TSU
1)HSC–1
2)P/S–2&M/S–1
3)CommunityHall–1
4)PHEPoint–x
5)VillageWaterPoint–2
40. TuipuiFerry 14kms MTP 1)HSC–1
2)P/S–1
3)CommunityHall–x
4)PHEPoint–3
5)VillageWaterPoint–x
41. Rawmibawk 61kms MTP 1)HSC–1
2)P/S–2&M/S–1
3)CommunityHall–x
4)PHEPoint–1
5)VillageWaterPoint–2
42. Tuisumpui 14kms MTP 1)HSC–1
2)P/S–1&M/S–1
3)CommunityHall–x
4)PHEPoint–x
5)VillageWaterPoint–2
43. MaubawkCH 36kms MTP,MHIP&
MCHP
1)HSC–1
2)P/S–1
3)CommunityHall–x
4)PHEPoint–x
5)VillageWaterPoint–2
44. TuipangD 72kms MTP 1)HSC/PHC–x
2)P/S–1&M/S–1
3)CommunityHall–x
4)PHEPoint–4
5)VillageWaterPoint–x
45. Lotai 105kms MTP 1)HSC/PHC–x
2)P/S–1&M/S–1
3)CommunityHall–x
4)PHEPoint–1
5)VillageWaterPoint–x
46. MaubawkL 35kms MTP,MSO,
MHIP&MCHP
1)HSC/PHC–x
2)P/S–1&M/S–1
3)CommunityHall–x
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4)PHEPoint–1
5)VillageWaterPoint–x
47. Bymary 115kms MTP&MCHP 1)HSC/PHC–x
2)P/S–1&M/S–1
3)CommunityHall–x
4)PHEPoint–x
5)VillageWaterPoint–3
48. Lungpuk 117kms MTP&MCHP 1)HSC/PHC–x
2)P/S–2
3)CommunityHall–x
4)PHEPoint–1
5)VillageWaterPoint–1
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APPENDIX–II
GOVERNMENTOFMIZORAM
DISASTERMANAGEMENT&REHABILITATIONDEPARTMENT
DatedAizawl,the25thOctober,2006
NOTIFICATION
No.B.13011/102/2015–DMR:InpursuanceoftheprovisionunderSection25oftheDisaster Management Act, 2005 and in supersession of previous notification dated06.06.2006, theGovernorofMizoramispleasedtoreconstitutethe“DistrictDisasterManagementAuthority”foreveryDistrictinMizoramwiththefollowingcomposition,withimmediateeffectanduntilfurtherorders:
1. Chairperson : DeputyCommissioner(Ex-Officio)
2. Co-Chairperson : Project Director, DRDA or CEM, AutonomousDistrict Council in respect of Sixth Scheduledareas)
3. Members : (i) SuperintendentofPolice(Ex-officio) (ii) Executive Secretary, ADC (in case of Sixth
Scheduledareas) (iii)ChiefMedicalOfficer(Ex-officio) (iv)Seniormostofficer fromPWD i.eS.EorEE
whoeverisavailable (iv)Seniormost officer from PHE i.e S.E or EE
whoeverisavailable4. ChiefExecutiveOfficer : AdditionalDeputyCommissionerOfficer
2.Power&Functions–
SubjecttotheprovisionsundertheDisasterManagementAct,2005andinaccordancewith the guidelines laid down by theNational Authority and the State Authority, theDistrict Authority shall act as the planning, coordinating and implementing body fordisastermanagementintheDistrictandshallalsoberesponsibleforthefollowing–
1. Prepare a District Management Plan, including District Response Plan for theDistrict.
2. Coordinate and monitor the implementation of National Policy, State Policy,NationalPlan,StateplanandDistrictPlan.
3. Ensure that the areas in theDistrict vulnerable to disaster are indentified andmeasures for the preventions of disasters and mitigation of its effects areundertaken by all the District Level Government Departments and the localauthorities.
4. Ensure that the guide line for prevention of disasters,mitigation of its effects,preparedness and response measures as laid down by the National Authorityand theStateAuthorityare followedbyall theDistrict level StateGovernmentDepartmentsandthelocalauthorities.
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5. GivedirectionstodifferentDistrictlevelauthoritiesandlocalauthoritiestotakesuch other measures for the prevention or mitigation of disaster as may benecessary.
6. Monitor the implementation of Disaster Management plan prepared by theDistrictLevelGovernmentDepartmentsandlocalauthorities.
7. Lay down guidelines to be followed by the District Level State Governmentdepartments for the purpose of integration of measures for prevention ofdisaster and mitigation in their development plans and projects and providenecessarytechnicalassistancetherefore,andmonitoringtheimplementationofsuchmeasures.
8. Review the capabilities for responding to any disaster or threatening disastersituation in the District and give directions to the relevant Departments orauthoritiesattheDistrictlevelfortheirup-gradationasmaybenecessary.
9. Review the preparednessmeasures and give directions to theDistrict level orother concerned authorities, where necessary, for bringing the preparednessmeasures to the levels required for responding effectively to any disaster orthreateningdisastersituation.
10. Organise and coordinate specialized trainingprogramme fordifferent levels ofofficers,employeesandvoluntaryrescueworkersintheDistrict.
11. Facilitate Community training and awareness programmes for prevention ofdisaster ormitigation with the support of local authorities, Governmental and4non-governmentalorganizations.
12. Set up, maintain, review and upgrade the mechanism for early warning anddisseminationofproperinformationtothepublic.
13. Prepare,reviewandupgradetheDistrictlevelResponsePlanandGuidelines.
14. Coordinateresponsetoanythreateningdisastersituationofdisaster.
15. Ensure that the District Level Government Departments and local authoritiespreparetheirresponseplansinaccordancewiththeDistrictResponsePlan.
16. Lay down guideline, or give directions to the concerned District Level StateGovernmentDepartmentsoranyotherauthoritieswithinthe local limitsoftheDistrict, to takemeasures to respondeffectively to any threateningdisasterordisaster.
17. Advise,assistandcoordinatetheactivitiesoftheDistrictLevelStateGovernmentDepartments, statutory bodies and other governmental or non-governmentalorganizationsengagedindisastermanagementintheDistrict.
18. Coordinatewith,andgiveguidanceto,localauthoritiesintheDistricttoensurethatmeasuresforthepreventionormitigationorthreateningdisastersituationordisasterintheDistrictarecarriedoutpromptlyandeffectively.
19. Providenecessarytechnicalassistanceorgiveadvice to the localauthorities intheDistrictforcarryingouttheirfunctionseffectively.
20. ReviewthedevelopmentalplanspreparedbytheDistrictlevelStateGovernmentDepartments, statutory authorities or local authorities with a view to makenecessaryprovisionsthereinforpreventionofdisasterormitigation.
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21. ExaminetheconstructioninanyareaintheDistrictand,ifitisoftheopinionthatthe standards for the prevention of disaster or mitigation laid down for suchconstruction is not being, or has not been followed,may direct the concernedauthoritytotakesuchactionsasmaybenecessarytosecurecomplianceofsuchstandards.
22. Identify buildings and places which could, in the event of any threateningdisasterordisaster,beusedasreliefcentresandmakearrangementsforwatersupplyandsanitationinsuchbuildingsandplaces.
23. Establish stock piles of relief and rescuematerials or ensure preparedness tomakesuchmaterialsavailableatashortnotice.
24. Provide information to the State Authority relating to different aspects ofdisastermanagement.
25. Encourage the involvement of NGOs and voluntary social welfare institutionsworkingatthegrassrootlevelintheDistrictfordisastermanagement.
26. Ensure that communication systems are in order, and disaster managementdrillsarecarriedoutperiodically.
27. Perform such other functions as the StateGovernment or StateAuthoritymayassigntoitorasdeemsnecessaryfordisastermanagementintheDistrict.
3.PowersoftheChairperson
1. TheChairpersonoftheDistrictAuthorityshall,intheadditionstopresidingoverthemeetingsof theDistrictAuthority,exerciseanddischargesuchpowersandfunctions of the District Authorities as the District Authority may delegate tohim.
2. Subject to the expost facto ratifications by the District Authority, theChairpersons of the District Authority, in the case of an emergency, have thepowertoexercisealloranyofthepowersoftheDistrictAuthority.
TheDistrictAuthorityor theChairpersonof theDistrictAuthoritymay,begeneralorspecial order inwriting, delegate suchof itsorhis powers and functions to theChiefExecutiveOfficer,subjecttosuchconditionsandlimitations,ifany,asitorhedeemsfit.5.TheDistrictAuthorityshallmeetasandwhennecessaryandatsuchtimeandplaceastheChairpersonmaythinkfit.
Sd/-LALTHANGPUIASAILOCommissioner&SecretarytotheGovt.ofMizoramDisasterManagement&RehabilitationDepartment
MemoNo.B.13011/107/2011–DMR DatedAizawl,the25thOctober,2019
Copyto:
1) SecretarytotheGovernorofMizoram2) Sr.PPStoChiefMinister,Mizoram3) P.StoSpeaker/Dy.Speaker.4) P.StoallMinister/MinisterofState.5) P.StoViceChairman,StatePlanningBoard
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6) Sr.PPStoChiefSecretary,Mizoram7) AllAdministrativeDepartments.8) AllHeadofDepartment.9) AllDeputyCommissioners.10) Chief Executive Member, Mara Autonomous District Council, Siaha/Lai
Autonomous District Council, Lawngtlai/Chakma Autonomous DistrictCouncil,Chawngte.
11) Controller, Printing & Stationery with 7 (seven) spare copies forpublicationintheMizoramGazette.
12) Director,DisasterManagement&RehabilitationDepartment13) GuardFile
Sd/-Dr.MalsawmtluangaFanchun
UnderSecretarytotheGovt.ofMizoramDisasterManagement&RehabilitationDepartment
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APPENDIX-III
TERMINOLOGY
CAPACITYBUILDING:Acombinationofallthestrengthsandresourcesavailablewithin
acommunity,societyororganizationthatcanreducethelevelofrisk,ortheeffectsofa
disaster.Capacitymayincludephysical, institutional,socialoreconomicmeansaswell
asskilledpersonalorcollectiveattributessuchasleadershipandmanagement.Capacity
mayalsobedescribedascapability.
DISASTER: A catastrophe, mishap, calamity or grave occurrence in any area, arising
from natural or man-made cause, or by accident or negligence which results in
substantiallossoflifeorhumansufferingordamageto,anddestructionof,property,or
damageto,or-degradationof,environment,anditofsuchanatureormagnitudeasto
bebeyondthecopingcapacityofthecommunityoftheaffectedarea(DMAct,2005).
DISASTERMANAGEMENT:Itcoverstherangeofactivitiesdesignedtomaintaincontrol
overdisasters/emergencysituationsandtoprovideaframeworkforhelpingpeopleto
avoid,reducetheeffectsof,orrecoverfromimpactofadisaster.Theseactivitiesmaybe
related to preparedness, mitigation, emergency response and relief and recovery
(reconstruction and rehabilitation) and may be conducted before, during or after a
disaster.
DISASTER RISK MANAGEMENT: The systematic management of administrative
decisions,organization,operationalskillsandabilitiestoimplementpolicies,strategies
andcopingcapacitiesofthesocietyorindividualstolessentheimpactsofnaturaland
relatedenvironmentalandtechnologicalhazards.
DISASTERRISKREDUCTION:The systematic developmentandapplicationofpolicies,
strategies and practices to minimize vulnerabilities, hazards and the unfolding of
disasterimpactsthroughoutasociety,inthebroadcontextofsustainabledevelopment.
EMERGENCY/CRISISMANAGEMENT:Theorganizationandmanagementofresources
and responsibilities for dealing with all aspects of emergencies, in particularly
preparedness, response and rehabilitation. It involves plans, structures and
arrangements established to coordinate the response of government, voluntary and
privateagenciesduringanemergency.
HAZARD:Phenomena thatposea threat topeople, structuresoreconomicassetsand
whichmaycauseadisaster.Theycouldbeeithermanmadeornaturallyoccurring in
ourenvironments.
MITIGATION:Allactivitiesundertakeninanticipationoftheoccurrenceofapotentially
disastrousevent,includingpreparednessandlongtermriskreductionmeasures.
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RISK:Ameasureoftheexpectedlossesduetoahazardeventofaparticularmagnitude
occurringinagivenareaoveraspecifictimeperiod.
VULNERABILITY:Theextent towhichacommunity,structure, serviceandgeographicareaislikelytobedamagedadisruptedbytheimpactofparticularhazard,onaccountof their nature, construction and proximity to hazardous terrain or a disaster pronearea.
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APPENDIX-IV
ABBREVIATIONS
ADA AizawlDevelopmentAuthority MPRO MizoramPoliceRadioOperatorsAMC AizawlMunicipalCouncil MST MizoramStateTransportAR AssamRiffles MTP MaraThyutlaPyBDO BlockDevelopmentOfficer NCC NationalCadetCorpsBSNL BharatSancharNigamLimited NSS NationalServiceSchemeCBDM CommunityBasedDisaster
ManagementNDMA NationalDisasterManagement
AuthorityCBO CommunityBasedOrganizations NGO Non-GovernmentalOrganizationCBDP CommunityBasedDisaster
PreparednessNIC
NationalInformaticsCentre
CMO ChiefMedicalOfficer NO NodalOfficerCEM ChiefExecutiveMember NSS NationalServiceSchemeCRF CalamityReliefFund P&E PowerandElectricityCTF CommunityTaskForce PCR PoliceControlRoomDDMA DistrictDisasterManagement
AuthorityPHC PrimaryHealthCentre
DDMC DistrictDisasterManagementCommittee
PHE
PublicHealthEngineer
DDMP DistrictDisasterManagementPlan PSA ProjectSupportAssociateDEOC DistrictEmergencyOperationCentre PWD
PublicWorksDepartment
DHS DistrictHospitalSuperintendent QRT QuickResponseTeamDIO DistrictInformationOfficer RCC ReinforcedConcreteCementDM DisasterManagement SDMA StateDisasterManagement
AuthorityDM&R DisasterManagement&
RehabilitationSDMP SchoolDisasterManagementPlan
DMP DisasterManagementPlan SDRF StateDisasterResponseForce(Fund)
DMT DisasterManagementTeam S&R SearchandRescueDRDA DistrictRuralDevelopmentAgency SOC SiteOperationCentreDRM DisasterRiskManagement SOP StandardOperationProceduresDTO DistrictTransportOfficer UNDP UnitedNationsDevelopment
ProgrammeIMT IncidentManagementTeams VDMC VillageDisasterManagement
CommitteeEOC EmergencyOperationCentre VDMP VillageDisasterManagementPlanESF EmergencySupportFunctions VDMT VillageDisasterManagementTeamFCS&CA
Food,CivilSuppliesandConsumerAffairs
ICS IncidentCommandSystem
GoI GovernmentofIndia IDRN IndiaDisasterResourceNetworkIAP ImmediateActionPlan IEC Information,Educationand
CommunicationIC IncidentCommander MADC MaraAutonomousDistrictCouncilI&PR InformationandPublicRelations MDC MemberofDistrictCouncil
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LISTOFIMPORTANTWEBSITES
1. www.idrn.gov.inIndiaDisasterResourceNetwork
2. www.ndmindia.nicNaturalDisasterManagementIndia.Providescurrentnewson
Cyclones, Flood and Drought, Weather links from NIC and weather
conditions/temperaturesonIndianOcean.
3. www.nicee.orgTheNationalInformationCenterofEarthquakeEngineering
4. www.imd.ernet.inIndianMeteorologicalDepartment
5. www.asc-india.orgAmateurSeismicCentre
6. http://mizoramdmr.nic.in Mizoram Disaster Management & Rehabilitation
Department. Provides information of all disaster related activities done in
Mizoram.
7. http://ioc.unesco.org/itsuIOC/UNESCOInternationalCoordinationgroupforthe
TsunamiWarningSysteminthePacific(ICG/ITSU)Paris,France
8. http://landslides.usgs.govUSGSNationalLandslideHazardsProgram
9. www.cwc.nic.inCentralWaterCommissionofIndia
10. http://www.envfor.nic.inMinistryofEnvironmentandForests
11. http://www.iifm.org/databank/index.htmlAComprehensiveInternetInformation
bankonforestandrelatedresourcesinIndiaandaroundtheworld,preparedby
IndianInstituteofForestManagement,Bhopal.
12. www.ipaindia.org Loss Prevention Association of India Ltd. (LPA) is engaged in
promotingsafetyandlosscontrolthrougheducation,trainingandconsultancy.
13. www.dmibpl.orgDisasterManagementInstitute
14. http://www.nidm.netNationalInstituteofDisasterManagement
15. http://dst.gov.inDepartmentofScienceandTechnology
16. http://www.icar.org.in/IndianCouncilforAgricultureandResearch
17. http://www.iirs-nrsa.org/IndianInstituteofRemoteSensing
18. http://www.bis.org.inBureauofIndianStandards
19. http://www.gsi.gov.in/GeologicalSurveyofIndia
20. http://gov.ua.nic.in/dmmc/DisasterMitigationandManagementCentre
21. http://www.unisdr.org/InternationalStrategyforDisasterReduction.