Rising water levels in rivers spark panic in Bihar
4 years, 5 months ago

Rising water levels in rivers spark panic in Bihar

Deccan Chronicle  

Patna: With major rivers flowing above the danger mark, the state government has started taking adequate measures to deal with the flood crisis in Bihar. The major cause of concern for the state government has been the rising water level in at least four rivers - Kosi, Bagmati, Kamala Balan and Mahananda due to heavy rains last week in Terai region of Nepal. While the state government clarified that, “the bridge was safe and only approach road was damaged due to the flood” the opposition as well an NDA ally LJP raised serious questions on Chief Minister Nitish Kumar’s “zero corruption” policy. This is a natural disaster and government is taking all kind of measures”, Bihar road construction minister Nand Kishore Yadav said.

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Residents demand new bridge between Maruvathur and Ammampalayam
1 week, 3 days ago

Residents demand new bridge between Maruvathur and Ammampalayam

The Hindu  

Residents of Maruvathur and Ammampalayam villages in Thuraiyur taluk have urged authorities to address the issue of the damaged culvert bridge on the Other District Road connecting the two villages. Road safety activist N. Saravanan highlighted the 2-km stretch of road includes a culvert over a canal carrying water from Pachamalai to the Thuraiyur Periya Eri. Continuous rain over the …

Bihar Flood Situation Remains Grim; Schools, Power Grid Flooded — WATCH
2 months, 3 weeks ago

Bihar Flood Situation Remains Grim; Schools, Power Grid Flooded — WATCH

ABP News  

The flood situation in Bihar remained grim as major rivers like the Kosi, Gandak, and Bagmati, in districts bordering Nepal were in spate. Currently, 12 NDRF teams and 22 State Disaster Response Force teams are actively involved in flood relief and rescue operations throughout Bihar. pic.twitter.com/eY6jxZeFnC — ANI September 30, 2024 "The water levels of Gandak, Kosi, Bagmati, Burhi Gandak, …

Red alert for parts of Gujarat as rains continued to batter flood-hit state
3 months, 2 weeks ago

Red alert for parts of Gujarat as rains continued to batter flood-hit state

Hindustan Times  

The India Metrological Department has issued a red alert for places such as Bharuch and Valsad as rains continued to batter parts of Gujarat, where heavy rainfall and floods have left at least 40 people dead and over 55,000 displaced across 25 districts since August 25. A study of the Machine Intelligence and Resilience Laboratory at the Indian Institute of …

‘Game changer’ river interlinking project in Bihar set to get union cabinet nod
3 months, 3 weeks ago

‘Game changer’ river interlinking project in Bihar set to get union cabinet nod

Hindustan Times  

The much anticipated Kosi-Mechi project to interlink the two rivers in north Bihar, billed as a game changer for irrigation and flood management in the flood-prone region, is likely to get union cabinet nod soon, a top state government official said. Barrages on rivers in six districts Meanwhile, the Bihar government is planning to construct barrages on several rivers in …

At least 13 killed after floods in eastern Bangladesh affect 4.5 million people
4 months ago

At least 13 killed after floods in eastern Bangladesh affect 4.5 million people

Hindustan Times  

Flooding in 12 districts of Bangladesh has affected more than 4.5 million people, adding to the pressure on the interim government led by Nobel laurate Muhammad Yunus, which is grappling with a host of political and economic challenges. The latest report from Bangladesh’s Flood Forecasting and Warning Centre said five rivers in the eastern part of the country were flowing …

People of Bhagalpur district in Bihar facing flood-like situation, several villages under water
4 months ago

People of Bhagalpur district in Bihar facing flood-like situation, several villages under water

The Hindu  

Several villages in Bihar’s Bhagalpur district are facing a flood-like situation after a breach in a dam in Naugachia town. Many villages, including Bind Toli embankment’s Budhu Chak, have been submerged in the fast-flowing waters of Ganga river. An official of the flood control division in Bhagalpur told The Hindu that due to the breach in a portion of the …

Bihar: Water enters assembly, minister's homes after heavy rains in Patna
4 months, 1 week ago

Bihar: Water enters assembly, minister's homes after heavy rains in Patna

Hindustan Times  

Heavy rain in Patna on Sunday left the Bihar assembly premises, the bungalows of several ministers and hospitals in the city waterlogged. Patna: Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar inspects the drainage pumping plant after heavy rain caused waterlogging in Patna on Sunday. Rivers are flowing above the danger mark at certain places in Patna, Gopalganj, East Champaran, West Champaran, Bagaha, …

Terrifying moment Kerala bus crosses bridge surrounded by raging waters on all sides in Kozhikode
4 months, 3 weeks ago

Terrifying moment Kerala bus crosses bridge surrounded by raging waters on all sides in Kozhikode

Hindustan Times  

A heart-stopping video from north Kerala's Kozhikode district shows a bus bravely crossing a bridge as furious waters rage on both sides. The dramatic footage captures the tense moment showcasing the sheer intensity of the devastation caused by the heavy rain in northern Kerala that has left at least over 90 people dead in Wayanad district. Take a look at …

Heavy rains batter south Gujarat, more than 2,500 evacuated
4 months, 4 weeks ago

Heavy rains batter south Gujarat, more than 2,500 evacuated

India TV News  

As heavy rains continued to lash parts of South Gujarat, authorities reported that around 2,500 people residing in inundated low-lying areas in Navsari and Tapi districts were relocated to shelter homes on Friday. Navsari Collector Kshipra Agre, during a media briefing on the state's efforts to assist affected residents, stated that 2,200 individuals in Navsari town and surrounding areas were …

Heavy rains lash southern Odisha, government sounds alert
5 months ago

Heavy rains lash southern Odisha, government sounds alert

New Indian Express  

BHUBANESWAR: The depression over Odisha coast brought the season’s first deluge-like situation as extreme heavy rainfall lashed southern districts of the state with Malkangiri bearing the brunt in the last 24 hours. The district headquarters town of Malkangiri remained cut off from the state as well as neighbouring Andhra Pradesh and Telangana. Revenue and Disaster Management Minister Suresh Pujari said …

Assam flood situation continues to improve, water receding fast
5 months ago

Assam flood situation continues to improve, water receding fast

The Hindu  

“The flood situation in Assam improved on July 19, with water levels receding across the State,” officials said. According to a report by the Assam State Disaster Management Authority on July 18, 2,72,037 people across 695 villages in 31 revenue circles of 13 districts are currently affected. Currently, 12,929 displaced people are housed in 62 relief camps, with 14 relief …

Assam flood situation improving as water level recedes
5 months, 1 week ago

Assam flood situation improving as water level recedes

The Hindu  

The flood situation in Assam continued to improve significantly on July 15 as water level has been receding fast from different parts of the State, officials said. Meanwhile, a report by Assam State Disaster Management Authority on July 14 night said that one person each died in Karimganj and Nilambazar revenue circles of Karimganj district. The report said more than …

Assam flood situation continues to improve; water receding fast
5 months, 1 week ago

Assam flood situation continues to improve; water receding fast

The Hindu  

“The flood situation in Assam continued to improve on July 14 as water level is receding fast across the State,” officials said. Meanwhile, a report by the Assam State Disaster Management Authority on July 13 said that one person died at Gogamukh revenue circle of Dhemaji district. The report said more than 8,40,000 people are hit due to the floods …

Bihar flood: Houses inundated in Muzaffarpur as Bagmati river swells
5 months, 1 week ago

Bihar flood: Houses inundated in Muzaffarpur as Bagmati river swells

India TV News  

Hundreds of houses in Barri and Basghatta Panchayat of Muzaffarpur flooded due to a rapid rise in the water level of the Bagmati River. Water levels of Bihar rivers rise The Bihar government asked district administrations to remain alert as water levels of several rivers were rising, following continuous rainfall in the last few days. Recently, Disaster Management Department Additional …

Floods batter 10 U.P. districts, 17 more dead
5 months, 2 weeks ago

Floods batter 10 U.P. districts, 17 more dead

Hindustan Times  

The flood fury in Uttar Pradesh killed 17 more people after swollen rivers took 10 Uttar Pradesh districts under their spate. In Lakhimpur Kheri, 41 villages were affected and 221 people were evacuated from the Nighasan area of the district, Kumar said, adding 82 villages in Shravasti and 16 in Kushinagar were also flooded. In Nighasan tehsil, flood fury caused …

Flood-hit Assam’s death toll climbs to 72
5 months, 2 weeks ago

Flood-hit Assam’s death toll climbs to 72

The Hindu  

GUWAHATI In receding mode, the floods in Assam claimed six lives on Monday, taking the death toll to 72. According to the Assam State Disaster Management Authority, the number of affected districts decreased from 30 on July 6 to 27 on Monday. BJP’s mismanagement, says Rahul Gandhi Earlier in the day, Congress leader Rahul Gandhi said the extreme devastation caused …

Assam flood situation grim; nearly 23 lakh people affected in 28 districts
5 months, 2 weeks ago

Assam flood situation grim; nearly 23 lakh people affected in 28 districts

The Hindu  

“Assam’s flood situation remained grim on July 8 with a population of nearly 23 lakh affected in 28 districts as the water level of most rivers continue to flow above the danger mark,” according to an official bulletin. Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma said all relief camps in flood-affected districts are well maintained and stocked with enough essential items …

Assam floods: 58 people dead, 23 lakh affected by torrential rain
5 months, 2 weeks ago

Assam floods: 58 people dead, 23 lakh affected by torrential rain

Hindustan Times  

The floods in Assam over the past month have claimed 58 lives and affected 23 lakh people according to the Assam State Disaster Management Authority. Assam floods: 58 people dead, 23 lakh affected by torrential rains Assam is dealing with loss of lives as well as the destruction of infrastructure, road closures, livestock loss and crop damage. Though most rivers …

Water levels of Bihar rivers rising due to rain, East, West Champaran residents relocated
5 months, 2 weeks ago

Water levels of Bihar rivers rising due to rain, East, West Champaran residents relocated

Hindustan Times  

Water level of different rivers in Bihar have started rising at several places due to torrential rain in the last 24 hours, officials said on Saturday. River Kosi is flowing above the danger level at Supaul and its surrounding areas like Basantpur, while in Khagaria and Beldaur area it has touched the warning level on Friday, Light to moderate rain …

Water level of rivers in Bihar rising due to incessant rain
5 months, 2 weeks ago

Water level of rivers in Bihar rising due to incessant rain

Hindustan Times  

Patna, Water level of different rivers in Bihar have started rising at several places due to torrential rain in the last 24 hours, officials said on Saturday. Water level of rivers in Bihar rising due to incessant rain Light to moderate rain was recorded in many districts, including Banka, Begusarai, Bhagalpur, Bhojpur, Buxar, Gaya, Jehanabad, Kaimur, Katihar, Khagaria, Munger, Nalanda, …

River levels rise in Gkp, orders issued to organise Rahat Chaupals
5 months, 2 weeks ago

River levels rise in Gkp, orders issued to organise Rahat Chaupals

Hindustan Times  

Continued increase in water level of all the important rivers, including Ghagra, Rapti and Budhi Rapti along with other small rivers, has put the district officials on their toes. For representation only Gorakhpur district magistrate Krishna Karunesh on Friday issued directives to all sub judicial magistrates and irrigation officers to hold Rahat Chaupals in their respective areas and to remain …

Assam Floods: 16.5 Lakh People In 29 Districts Affected As Rivers Cross Danger Mark
5 months, 2 weeks ago

Assam Floods: 16.5 Lakh People In 29 Districts Affected As Rivers Cross Danger Mark

News 18  

Many people have been affected by the ongoing floods in Assam, including the Cachar district. Among these districts, Dhubri is the worst hit, with over 2.23 lakh people suffering. It is followed by Darrang with nearly 1.84 lakh people and Lakhimpur with more than 1.66 lakh people reeling under flood waters. According to an official bulletin by the Press Trust …

Assam floods: Brahmaputra above danger mark, CM Himanta says water receding
5 months, 2 weeks ago

Assam floods: Brahmaputra above danger mark, CM Himanta says water receding

Hindustan Times  

Assam chief minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on Friday said the flood situation was improving as the water flowing above the danger mark in Brahmaputra river and its tributaries continued to recede.. Chief Minister Sarma has claimed that the Assam flood situation has improved and water is receding, while the SDRF also begins rescues in Hailakandi district CM Sarma, who was …

Assam floods: 10 rivers in spate, over 24 lakh affected, two more dead in landslide
5 months, 2 weeks ago

Assam floods: 10 rivers in spate, over 24 lakh affected, two more dead in landslide

New Indian Express  

GUWAHATI: The flood situation in Assam has remained unchanged with the death toll standing at 52. While no human lives were lost in the floods in the past 24 hours, two persons died and one was injured in an incident of landslide in the Kamrup district. The landslides also affected six villages in the hill district of Dima Hasao. According …

Floods and landslides triggered by heavy rains in India's northeast kill at least 16 people
5 months, 3 weeks ago

Floods and landslides triggered by heavy rains in India's northeast kill at least 16 people

The Independent  

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Floods and landslides triggered by …

Assam flood situation continues to improve; water receding fast
6 months ago

Assam flood situation continues to improve; water receding fast

Hindustan Times  

Guwahati, The flood situation in Assam continued to improve on Sunday as water level is receding fast across the state, officials said. Assam flood situation continues to improve; water receding fast The India Meteorological Department's Regional Meteorological Centre in Guwahati has also not issued any warning except predicting some rains in Barak valley and a few districts of central Assam. …

Assam’s flood situation remains grim; more than four lakh affected
6 months ago

Assam’s flood situation remains grim; more than four lakh affected

The Hindu  

“The flood situation in Assam remained grim on June 21 with more than four lakh people reeling under the deluge in several districts,” officials said. “More than four lakh people in 19 districts – Bajali, Baksa, Barpeta, Biswanath, Cachar, Darrang, Goalpara, Hailakandi, Hojai, Kamrup, Karimganj, Kokrajhar, Lakhimpur, Nagaon, Nalbari, Sonitpur, South Salmara, Tamulpur and Udalguri – continued to reel under …

Rains: High-level bridges on streams and rivulets act as lifeline for interior areas
6 months, 1 week ago

Rains: High-level bridges on streams and rivulets act as lifeline for interior areas

Deccan Chronicle  

RAINS: High-level bridges on streams and rivulets act as lifeline for interior areas Adilabad: District officials and elected representatives are trying to speed up the construction of high-level bridges, culverts and roads so that villagers can use them during the monsoon season in the Adilabad region. Officials say it has been proved that the high-level bridges on the streams and …

Assam seeing several rivers flowing above danger level: CWC
6 months, 3 weeks ago

Assam seeing several rivers flowing above danger level: CWC

The Hindu  

Several rivers in Assam continue to flow above the danger level amid incessant rain, according to the Central Water Commission. The commission's latest bulletin highlights critical water levels at various monitoring sites, indicating severe and above-normal flood situations. Three sites in Assam have severe flood situation where the water level is touching or exceeding the danger level but below the …

Assam floods leave three dead
6 months, 3 weeks ago

Assam floods leave three dead

Deccan Chronicle  

Guwahati: The aftermath of Cyclone Remal has left Assam grappling with severe floods following incessant rains. According to official sources, the floods have claimed at least three lives—two in Cachar and one in Karimganj district—and affected 41,719 people as relentless rains and cyclone-induced conditions ravaged the state on Thursday. The Assam State Disaster Management Authority reported that at least eight …

Sikkim floods: Heavy rain continues, rescuers struggle to reach flood-hit areas
1 year, 2 months ago

Sikkim floods: Heavy rain continues, rescuers struggle to reach flood-hit areas

Live Mint  

Sikkim floods: Indian rescue teams are finding it difficult to reach flood-hit areas in the north-eastern state of Sikkim where more than 140 people are missing because the region is still experiencing bouts of heavy rain, said officials on Saturday. VB Pathak, the state's chief secretary said, “We are waiting for weather conditions to improve as only then Air Force …

Assam flood situation worsens, 3.40 lakh affected in 22 districts
1 year, 3 months ago

Assam flood situation worsens, 3.40 lakh affected in 22 districts

India Today  

Assam's flood situation worsened on Wednesday with over 3.40 lakh people affected in 22 districts as the water level of the Brahmaputra river and its tributaries maintained a rising trend, according to an official bulletin. The Brahmaputra was flowing above the danger mark at Dhubri, Goalpara, Guwahati, Tezpur and Nematighat along with Disang, Buridihing and Subansiri at different places of …

Flood Situation in Assam Turns Grim, Over 1.90 Lakh Affected, Toll Rises to 15
1 year, 3 months ago

Flood Situation in Assam Turns Grim, Over 1.90 Lakh Affected, Toll Rises to 15

News 18  

The flood situation in Assam turned grim on Monday with over 1.90 lakh people affected by the deluge and one person dying, according to an official bulletin. Incessant rains in the higher altitudes have led to an increase in water levels of most rivers with many flowing above the danger mark in different parts of the state, it said. The …

Landslides, cloudburst, bridge collapse as rain batters Himachal; Uttarakhand on alert
1 year, 4 months ago

Landslides, cloudburst, bridge collapse as rain batters Himachal; Uttarakhand on alert

India Today  

A cloudburst was reported in Himachal Pradesh's Subathu on Wednesday with debris and water gushing into the region, instilling a fear of house collapse among the residents. The water level in the Balad river rose due to heavy rain in Himachal Pradesh, causing a bridge to collapse in Baddi. HEAVY RAIN ALERT IN HIMACHAL, UTTARAKHAND Heavy rains continued to lash …

Heavy rainfall in Himalayan foothills spark fear of floods in north Bihar
1 year, 4 months ago

Heavy rainfall in Himalayan foothills spark fear of floods in north Bihar

Hindustan Times  

Dozens of villages in Sheohar and East Champaran are facing the flood fury as an overflowing Bagmati river is inundating areas located in low-lying areas of the districts. Traffic on the Sheohar-Motihar state highway has also been affected, an engineer in the water resources department said, claiming that efforts are on to plug the leakage in an under-construction safety embankment …

Heavy rains in Himalayan foothills fuel flood fears in north Bihar
1 year, 4 months ago

Heavy rains in Himalayan foothills fuel flood fears in north Bihar

Hindustan Times  

PATNA Dozens of villages in Sheohar and East Champaran in north Bihar have begun to face flood fears as the Bagmati river has begun inundating villages located in low-lying areas of the districts on Wednesday, officials said. Local weather officials said a red alert has been issued for districts like Purnia and Araria, while orange alert has been issued for …

There is no immediate threat of floods in Belagavi, says Deputy Commissioner
1 year, 4 months ago

There is no immediate threat of floods in Belagavi, says Deputy Commissioner

The Hindu  

There is no immediate threat of floods in Belagavi district, Deputy Commissioner Nitesh Patil said in Belagavi on Wednesday. Karnataka Rural Infrastructure Development Corporation Limited is constructing new bridges to replace the old and vulnerable ones, he said. After the meeting, the Deputy Commissioner asked officials to take up repairs of school and Anganwadi buildings that have suffered damage due …

14 bridges remain submerged in Belagavi district
1 year, 5 months ago

14 bridges remain submerged in Belagavi district

The Hindu  

As Kalyana Karnataka region continued to receive intermittent rains, there have been reports of house damages in the districts of Kittur Karnataka region and fourteen bridges in Belagavi district continue to be submerged severing direct connectivity between several villages. Among the major routes in Belagavi district, Bhojwad-Kunnur Road near Sadalaga across Veda Ganga river and Mangawati-Rajapur Bridge across Krishna river …

Traffic movement halted on five bridges in Belagavi as rivers rise after rainfall
1 year, 5 months ago

Traffic movement halted on five bridges in Belagavi as rivers rise after rainfall

Hindustan Times  

Incessant downpour in the Konkan and Western Ghat zones of Maharashtra, as well as in Belagavi and Khanapur taluks of Belagavi district, has led to a significant rise in water levels in sub-rivers Dudhganga and Vedaganga, tributaries of the Krishna River. The heavy rainfall in Southern Maharashtra has led to a continuous increase in the water levels of small rivers …

Flood in North Bihar, most rivers flowing above danger mark
1 year, 5 months ago

Flood in North Bihar, most rivers flowing above danger mark

The Hindu  

Incessant rainfall in catchment areas of Nepal has led to the rivers flowing above danger level at several places. The rise and fall in the water level of the river continues since Saturday, whereas an embankment breached in Pipra due to which water has spread to nearby villages in Araria creating a flood like situation. Though the water level of …

Delhi floods: Army fixes ITO Yamuna breach, water recedes from the capital
1 year, 5 months ago

Delhi floods: Army fixes ITO Yamuna breach, water recedes from the capital

Op India  

Delhi, the capital city that faced unprecedented flooding due to a breached drain regulator amid heavy rainfall, is finally witnessing a glimmer of hope as the water levels in the Yamuna River gradually recede. Lieutenant-Governor Vinai Kumar Saxena, who visited the site, commended the efforts of the Indian Army and said, “Our jawans worked harder and repaired the Bund, and …

Rivers in flood-hit Assam continue to flow above danger marks as rain continues
1 year, 5 months ago

Rivers in flood-hit Assam continue to flow above danger marks as rain continues

Hindustan Times  

Brahmaputra, Disang and Beki rivers were flowing above danger levels as Assam continued to receive heavy rainfall. Officials said 179 villages across 10 districts were flooded and seven people have died so far due to floods this year. In a tweet, Assam’s urban affairs minister Ashok Singhal said the state has been facing floods and the government has been tackling …

Delhi floods Highlights: Incessant rainfall leads to waterlogging, floods as Yamuna swells
1 year, 5 months ago

Delhi floods Highlights: Incessant rainfall leads to waterlogging, floods as Yamuna swells

India TV News  

Weather HIGHLIGHTS: The water level in Yamuna, which stood at 208.63 metres at 10 pm on Thursday, went down to 208.40 at 9 am in the morning today. Prime Minister Narendra Modi also made phone calls to Delhi LG Vinai Kumar Saxena and Union Home Minister Amit Shah to inquire about the flood situation in Delhi. Meanwhile, a flood situation …

Assam floods 2023: Thousands affected after Aie River water submerged homes in Bongaigaon | VIDEO
1 year, 5 months ago

Assam floods 2023: Thousands affected after Aie River water submerged homes in Bongaigaon | VIDEO

India TV News  

Assam floods 2023: Thousand of people in Basbari area of Assam's Bongaigaon district have been affected after the flood waters of Aie River submerged their homes. Assam Chief Minister Dr Himanta Biswa Sarma said on Friday morning that the Kurichu dam authority started releasing excess water. We are closely monitoring the situation," Dr Himanta Biswa Sarma said.According to the Assam …

Rising river water level leaves large areas vulnerable in Delhi
1 year, 5 months ago

Rising river water level leaves large areas vulnerable in Delhi

Hindustan Times  

Parts of Mayur Vihar, Laxmi Nagar, Sarai Kale Khan, Badarpur, Jamia Nagar, Shaheen Bagh may get flooded if the water in Yamuna continues to rise at the current levels, the Delhi government has warned. Read here: From Wazirabad to Vikas Marg — Ring Road: Delhi’s key roads affected as Yamuna swells The river, which inundated many low lying areas located …

Watch: Roads inundated, bridges damaged as flood situation worsens in Assam, 1.2 lakh people hit
1 year, 6 months ago

Watch: Roads inundated, bridges damaged as flood situation worsens in Assam, 1.2 lakh people hit

India Today  

The flood situation in Assam worsened severely on Wednesday, which has already affected nearly 1.2 lakh people across 10 districts of the state. According to the Assam State Disaster Management Authority daily flood report, over 1,19,800 people were hit by the floods in Baksa, Barpeta, Darrang, Dhemaji, Dhubri, Kokrajhar, Lakhimpur, Nalbari, Sonitpur and Udalguri districts. #WATCH | Flood situation in …

Assam floods | 31,000 people affected in 10 districts
1 year, 6 months ago

Assam floods | 31,000 people affected in 10 districts

The Hindu  

The flood situation in Assam was serious on June 20 with nearly 31,000 people still reeling under the deluge across 10 districts of the State, an official said. The India Meteorological Department has issued a 'Red Alert' and predicted 'very heavy' to 'extremely heavy' rainfall across several districts of Assam over the next five days. According to the daily flood …

10 districts affected by first wave of flood in Assam, over 37,000 affected
1 year, 6 months ago

10 districts affected by first wave of flood in Assam, over 37,000 affected

Hindustan Times  

The flood situation worsened in Assam amid continuous heavy rainfall in various parts of the northeastern state and has affected 37,535 people in 10 districts, Assam State Disaster Management Authority said. The flood situation in the northeastern state was mainly caused by the rivers flowing above the danger level in different parts According to officials, the first wave of floods …

Assam grapples with third wave of floods this season
2 years, 2 months ago

Assam grapples with third wave of floods this season

Hindustan Times  

Incessant rain in parts of Assam and Arunachal Pradesh over the past few days have resulted in the third wave of floods in Assam this season, state officials informed on Wednesday. Apart from floods, erosion due to rise in water levels of rivers have also been reported from seven districts of Assam. According to the Assam State Disaster Management Authority, …

Second flood warning near Godavari
2 years, 3 months ago

Second flood warning near Godavari

Deccan Chronicle  

VIJAYAWADA: Water resources authorities have issued second flood warning after Godavari River crossed 13.75 feet at Sir Arthur Cotton Barrage at Dowleswaram at 10:00 am on Wednesday, with 13 lakh cusecs of water being discharged at the time. However, water level became stable at 14.40 feet with discharge of 13.66 lakh cusecs from 6:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. on Wednesday. …

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