Disaster Management Department

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The Disaster Management Department is the nodal department of the Government of Bihar for effective management of both natural and human induced disasters in the State. It is responsible for prevention, mitigation , response, relief, rehabilitation and reconstruction. The Department is also responsible for legislation, policy making and capacity building with regard to disaster management . The Department also plays and important role in mainstreaming disaster risk reduction in development plans of concerned departments Read More

To build a safe and disaster-resilient Bihar by developing a holistic, proactive, multi-disaster and technology-driven strategy for disaster management.This will be achieved through strengthening ongoing efforts in building culture of prevention, mitigation and preparedness in state through collective efforts of the government with special focus Read More

Aapda Sampoorti Portal

Disaster Relief And Rescue Team Tracing System

EOC - Multihazard Portal

Geographic Information System Disaster - Portal

Earthquake Hazard

Bihar is located in the high seismic zone that falls on the boundary of the tectonic plate joining the Himalayan tectonic plate near the Bihar-Nepal Border and has six sub-surface fault lines moving towards the Gangetic planes...

1.) In the event of an earthquake follow Duck – Cover – Hold principle.
2.) Rush to open area.
3.) Switch off electricity from Mains.

1.) Do not stand close to high rise buildings weak houses and window.
2.) Do not stand close to electric poles and under a tree.
3.) Do not use lift in the event of earthquakes.

FLOOD HAZARD

Bihar’s topography is marked by a number of perennial and non-perennial rivers of which, those originating from Nepal are known to carry high sediment loads that are then deposited on the plains of Bihar. A majority of the rainfall...

1.) Keep Emergency Kit, Jewelleries And Important Documents Ready.
2.) Listen Carefully To Flood Warnings.
3.) Immediately Move To A Higher And Safer Place.

1.) Do Not Enter Into Flood Water.
2.) Do Not Stand Close To Electric Poles And Wires.
3.) Do Not Use Contaminated Water.

DROUGHT HAZARD

In the absence of adequate rainfall, most part of Bihar including North Bihar which is prone to floods faces drought situations. South and South West Bihar are more vulnerable and often experiences severe drought situations...

1.) Take Temporary Shelter Where Water Is Available.
2.) Consume Food As Per Your Basic Requirement.
3.) Encourage Fodder Cultivation, Wherever Feasible..

1.) Do Not Work In Extreme Heat Anywhere
2.) Do Not Waste Water Anywhere.
3.) Do Not Leave Children Or Cattle Alone Outdoors.

FIRE HAZARD

Don't Leave Lighted Oil Lamps, Agarbattis Or Candles On The Floor Or Near Fireworks. Don't Allow Fireworks Display Inside The House. Don't Hold Flowerpots, Hand Bombs, In Hand During Display, Clean out storage areas...

1.) Install Smoke Alarms.
2.) Replace Smoke Alarms Once Every 10 Years.
3.) Review Escapes Routes With Your Family.

1.) Do Not Loose Calm.
2.) Do Not Smoke Near Flammable Liquids.
3.) Do Not Touch Bare Electrical Wiring.

COLD WAVE

A cold wave is a weather phenomenon that is distinguished by marked cooling of air, or the invasion of very cold air, over a large area. It can also be a prolonged period of the excessively cold weather, which may be...

1.) Have Adequate Winter Clothing.
2.) Stay Indoors As Much As Possible.
3.) Have Emergency Supplies Ready.

1.) Do Not Apply Nutrient To Soil During Cold Weather, Plant Can’t Uptake Due To Poor Root Activity.
2.) Don’t Drink Alcohol. It Reduces Your Body Temperature.
3.) Cold waves can be preceded or accompanied by significant winter weather events, such as blizzards or ice storms.