KACHIN STATE – On April 20th, heavy rains and hailstorms in Bahmo, Kachin state caused damage to some residential buildings, residents said.
On the evening of April 20th, it rained heavily in the vicinity of Bahmo, the wind blew, and at the same time, hail fell, residents said.
“It’s terrible. Hail is also falling. There are many damaged houses,” said a resident.
Due to the strong wind and hail, the houses were damaged and the roofs were torn. In addition, the power poles fell, and Some schools were also damaged. The hail was the size of a betel nut and the roofs of houses were damaged.
On the night of April 20th, in addition to Van Maw Township in Kachin State, Phakant, It also rained in Moyin Township. On April 17 and 18, the Shan State Sagaing Division, some townships in Kachin State, and the Magway Division of Chin State experienced strong winds, lightning, and rain.
During April, air containing water vapor may enter Myanmar, causing cloud mountains to form and the National Unity Government to be aware of the danger of untimely rain and the formation of cumulus. The Ministry of Humanitarian Affairs and Disaster Management (MOHADM) has warned. Due to the cumulus phenomenon, sudden strong winds, lightning, and heavy rain are possible.