Emergency Response by IRCS Manipur for Cyclone Remal-Affected Areas
In the wake of Cyclone Remal, which has caused devastating floods in Manipur’s Imphal valley, the Indian Red Cross Society (IRCS) Manipur State Branch has launched an emergency response to assist affected communities. Here are the key highlights of their efforts:
- Rescue and Relief Operations:
- Thousands of people in Imphal East, Imphal West, Bishnupur, Kangpokpi districts have been affected by the torrential rains and subsequent flooding.
- Rivers Nambul and Imphal have overflowed, leaving many stranded in waist-deep water.
- Agencies like the police, Army, Assam Rifles, NDRF, and SDRF are actively involved in rescuing marooned individuals.
- Over 4,000 people, including women and children, have been successfully rescued from affected areas.
- Clean Water Solutions:
- IRCS Manipur has deployed mobile filtration units to provide safe drinking water rapidly during emergencies.
- The water is tested using Field Testing Kits to ensure its cleanliness and safety.
- Hygiene Kits and Mosquito Nets:
- IRCS has distributed hygiene kits and mosquito nets to flood-affected people.
- These kits help combat germs and prevent vector-borne diseases.
- Donate Now:
- Support IRCS Manipur’s relief efforts by donating to the following account:
- Account Name: Indian Red Cross Society Manipur State Branch
- Account Number: 79030200000297
- Bank Name: Bank Of Baroda
- IFSC Code: BARB0VJMGAV
PS: The fifth letter of the IFSC Code is a Zero
- Support IRCS Manipur’s relief efforts by donating to the following account:
