Siaha District Disaster Management Plan – 2019 - 1

Siaha District Disaster Management Plan – 2019 - 1 -

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


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


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


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


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


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


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


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


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


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


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


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


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.


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.


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.


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


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.


During2014–2015

CycloneFoodgrains 27hect. 10 41

Kutchahouse Part.Damaged–77

Landslide

Foodgrains ½hect. 1 1


PuccahouseFullydamaged–4

Part.Damaged–2

Roads 0.750kms

Fire

Horti.Crops 60½ 9 14


Part.Damaged–2


Part.Damaged–1

During2015–2016

Cyclone

Foodgrains 10.25hect. 3 22


Part.Damaged–1


Part.Damaged–12

Landslide

Kutchahouse Fullydamaged–6


Part.Damaged–1

Roads 5.38kms

Bridges Part.Damaged–1

Fire

Hort.Crops 39.7hect. 14 23


Part.Damaged–1


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


PuccahouseSeverely –3

Part.Damaged–6


Road At13locations

Fire

Hort.Crops 6½hectares 3 15


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


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


Fig.1:Wind&CycloneHazardMapofSiahaDistrict


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.


Fig.2:LandslideHazardZonationMapofSiahaDistrict


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.


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


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


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


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–


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–


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–


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


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


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


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


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


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


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–


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


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.


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


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


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


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



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


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)


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.


· 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:


· Strengthentheearlywarningsystemforaccuratewarningtothecommunity.

· Stormdrainsarestrengthenedandclearedbeforerainyseason.

· Land use planning is done properly to avoidmudslides and landslides due to

heavyrainfall.

· Streamrestorationcanbedonebasedontherainwatercarryingcapacityto

avoidfloodduetoheavypouring.


· 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:


· Structuralmodificationsinexistinghousestokeeptheroof intactduringheavy

wind.

· ConstructionofCyclonesheltersthatcanactassafeplacestofleeduringcyclone.

· Constructionofwindbreakerstominimizetheeffectofhighwindonthehouses.



· 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:


· Landslidesalwaysoccurredduetoheavyrainfall.Identifyallstreamrunoffand

clearblockedareasbeforetherainyseason,toavoidblockade.

· Maintainandprotect bothsidesofriverandstreamto avoiderosionand

improvethechannelsforfreeflowofwater.

· Monitoringof landslideproneareaseitherthroughanautomatedsystemorby

preparationofhazardareamapsandfollowingupgroundcheckonsuchprone

areasduringmonsoonorrainingseason.


· 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:


· 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.


· Stategovernmentcanprovidenecessarysupportonalternativecropplanningto

thefarmers.

· Cropinsuranceshouldbepromotedtotransfertherisk.


· Microwatersheddevelopmentshouldbeinitiatedwithcommunityparticipation

formaintenanceandoptimumutilizationofwatertoavoiddroughtsituation.

4.8 PreventivemeasuresforHailstorm:


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.


· 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.


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.


· 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.


· 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.


· 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.


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.


4.14 Damburstscenarioanditscontingencyplan

TypeofDam No.offailure %failure

EarthDama 30 83.33%

CompositeDams 3 8.33%

MasonryDams 3 8.33%

Total 36 100%


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.


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.


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


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.


· 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.


· 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.


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;


· 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


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,


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


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


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


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&paramedicson

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


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


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.


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.


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.


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


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


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.


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.


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.


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


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


D+24Hr

Postdisaster

assessmentandfuture

improvementand

insurance

DC,I&PRandany

insurancecompany

Preparationof

disasterreportsfor

futureimprovement

inmanandother

resources


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.


· 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.


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


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.


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.


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.


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.


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,


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.


· 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.


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).


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.


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)


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.


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


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.


iii. Riotsmayalsotakeplace.

NodalAgency : Police

SupportAgencies : HomeGuards,40BCoyAssamRifles.




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.


i. EmergencyMedicalservicewillberequiredbyaffectedpopulation.

ii. Likelyoutbreaksofepidemicdiseasesafterthedisaster.

iii. Hospitalserviceswouldbeaffected.

NodalAgency : HealthDepartment

SupportAgencies : NSS,NCC,MCHP,Scout&Guide

SOPSforNodalAgency-



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.


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.


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)


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.


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.


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.


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.


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


i. TeamLeader(TL)willactivatetheESFonreceivingtheinformationofthe

disasterfromDistrictEOC.

ii. TL would inform Nodal Officers (NGOs) of support agencies about the

eventandESFactivation.


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


coordinating logistical operations.D.C. Siahahasalreadymadeadisasterhelpline, i.e.

(03835)-1077.


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




iii. TLwouldactivatetheDistrictQuickresponseTeam.


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.


i. Prolongedelectricityfailure.

ii. Theaffectedvictimsmaybepanicked.


iii. Halt of all activities specially jamming communication-networking

systemsintheaffectedsite.

NodalAgency : P&E(State)

SupportAgency : PWD(State)&NGOs




iii. TLwouldactivatetheDistrictQuickresponseTeam.


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.



i. Thestateciviltransportationinfrastructurewillsustaindamage,limiting

accesstothedisasterarea.

ii. Accesswillimproveasroutesareclearedandrepaired.

iii. The movement of relief supplies will create congestion in the

transportationservices.

NodalAgency : DepartmentofTransport(State)

SupportAgencies : TransportDepartment(DistrictCouncil)


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.


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.


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.


1. FireExtinguisher

2. Deliveryhose

3. Suctionhose

4. Fireaxe

5. LadderPlatforms


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.


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).


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.


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


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.


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.


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.


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


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.


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


3. TuipangL 80kms MTP,MSO&

MCHP

1)HSC–1

2)P/S–2&M/S–1

3)CommunityHall–1

4)PHEPoint–4


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. Chakhang 67kms MTP,MSO&

MCHP

1)HSC–1

2)P/S–2,M/S-1,H/S-1

3)CommunityHall–1

4)PHEPoint–1


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


7. Siata 55kms MTP,MSO&

MCHP

1)HSC–1

2)P/S–2&M/S–1

3)CommunityHall–2

4)PHEPoint–3


8. Ainak 61kms MTP&MCHP 1)HSC/PHC–x

2)P/S–2&M/S–1

3)CommunityHall–1

4)PHEPoint–4



9. Niawhtlang 30kms YLA&LWA 1)HSC–1

2)P/S,M/S&H/S–1each

3)CommunityHall–1

4)PHEPoint–2


10. Chhuarlung 46kms MTP&MCHP 1)HSC–1

2)P/S–2,M/S-1,H/S-1

3)CommunityHall–x

4)PHEPoint–6


11. Khopai 102kms MTP&MCHP 1)HSC/PHC–x

2)P/S&M/S–1each

3)CommunityHall–1

4)PHEPoint–1


12. Mawhre 100kms MTP&MCHP 1)HSC/PHC–x

2)P/S&M/S–1each

3)CommunityHall–1

4)PHEPoint–2


13. Laki 114kms MTP&MCHP 1)HSC–1

2)P/S–2,M/S-1,H/S-1

3)CommunityHall–1

4)PHEPoint–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


16. Chheihlu 92kms MTP&MCHP 1)HSC/PHC–x

2)P/S–2&M/S–1

3)CommunityHall–1

4)PHEPoint–x


17. Siasi 55kms MTP,MSO&

MCHP

1)HSC/PHC–x

2)P/S&M/S–1each

3)CommunityHall–x

4)PHEPoint–3


18. Phusa 58kms MTP,MCHP&

PSU

1)HSC/PHC–x

2)P/S–1&M/S–1


3)CommunityHall–x

4)PHEPoint–1


19. Lungbun 37kms MTP&MCHP 1)HSC/PHC–x

2)P/S–2&M/S–1

3)CommunityHall–x

4)PHEPoint–3


20. Ahmypi 106kms MTP&MCHP 1)HSC/PHC–x

2)P/S–1&M/S–1

3)CommunityHall–x

4)PHEPoint–x


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


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


23. NewSerkawr 48kms MTP 1)HSC/PHC–x

2)P/S–1

3)CommunityHall–x

4)PHEPoint–1


24. NewLatawh 57kms MTP,MSO,

MHIP&MCHP

1)HSC/PHC–x

2)P/S–2,M/S–1

3)CommunityHall–1

4)PHEPoint–5


25. Laty 67kms MTP,MSO&

MCHP

1)HSC–1

2)P/S–1,M/S–1

3)CommunityHall–1

4)PHEPoint–4


26. Maila 82kms MTP&MCHP 1)HSC/PHC–x

2)P/S–1

3)CommunityHall–x

4)PHEPoint–2


27. Kaisih 99kms MTP&MCHP 1)HSC/PHC–x

2)P/S–1,M/S–1

3)CommunityHall–1

4)PHEPoint–4



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


29. Lawngban 98kms MTP&MCHP 1)HSC/PHC–x

2)P/S–1,M/S–1

3)CommunityHall–1

4)PHEPoint–4


30. Meipu 126kms MTP,MSO&

MCHP

1)HSC/PHC–x

2)P/S–1

3)CommunityHall–x

4)PHEPoint–1


31. Lungdar 98kms MTP 1)HSC/PHC–x

2)P/S–1

3)CommunityHall–x

4)PHEPoint–x


32. Supha 117kms MTP 1)HSC/PHC–x

2)P/S–1

3)CommunityHall–x

4)PHEPoint–x


33. Lope 110kms MTP 1)HSC/PHC–x

2)P/S–1

3)CommunityHall–x

4)PHEPoint–x


34. Tongkolong 110kms MTP,MSO&

MCHP

1)HSC–1

2)P/S–1&M/S–1

3)CommunityHall–1

4)PHEPoint–x


35. Lomasu 120kms MTP&MCHP 1)HSC/PHC–x

2)P/S–2

3)CommunityHall–x

4)PHEPoint–x


36. Theiri 56kms MTP&MCHP 1)HSC/PHC–x

2)P/S–1&M/S–1

3)CommunityHall–x

4)PHEPoint–x


37. ZeroPoint 29kms MTP 1)HSC–1


2)P/S–1&M/S–1

3)CommunityHall–1

4)PHEPoint–2


38 Riasikah 20kms MTP 1)HSC/PHC–x

2)P/S–1

3)CommunityHall–x

4)PHEPoint–x


39. LowerTheiva 47kms MTP,MSO,

MCHP,MHIP&

TSU

1)HSC–1

2)P/S–2&M/S–1

3)CommunityHall–1

4)PHEPoint–x


40. TuipuiFerry 14kms MTP 1)HSC–1

2)P/S–1

3)CommunityHall–x

4)PHEPoint–3


41. Rawmibawk 61kms MTP 1)HSC–1

2)P/S–2&M/S–1

3)CommunityHall–x

4)PHEPoint–1


42. Tuisumpui 14kms MTP 1)HSC–1

2)P/S–1&M/S–1

3)CommunityHall–x

4)PHEPoint–x


43. MaubawkCH 36kms MTP,MHIP&

MCHP

1)HSC–1

2)P/S–1

3)CommunityHall–x

4)PHEPoint–x


44. TuipangD 72kms MTP 1)HSC/PHC–x

2)P/S–1&M/S–1

3)CommunityHall–x

4)PHEPoint–4


45. Lotai 105kms MTP 1)HSC/PHC–x

2)P/S–1&M/S–1

3)CommunityHall–x

4)PHEPoint–1


46. MaubawkL 35kms MTP,MSO,

MHIP&MCHP

1)HSC/PHC–x

2)P/S–1&M/S–1

3)CommunityHall–x


4)PHEPoint–1


47. Bymary 115kms MTP&MCHP 1)HSC/PHC–x

2)P/S–1&M/S–1

3)CommunityHall–x

4)PHEPoint–x


48. Lungpuk 117kms MTP&MCHP 1)HSC/PHC–x

2)P/S–2

3)CommunityHall–x

4)PHEPoint–1



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.


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.


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


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


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.


RISK:Ameasureoftheexpectedlossesduetoahazardeventofaparticularmagnitude

occurringinagivenareaoveraspecifictimeperiod.

VULNERABILITY:Theextent towhichacommunity,structure, serviceandgeographicareaislikelytobedamagedadisruptedbytheimpactofparticularhazard,onaccountof their nature, construction and proximity to hazardous terrain or a disaster pronearea.


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


APPENDIX–V

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.

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