New Delhi: The relentless monsoon rains continue to wreak havoc across several North Indian states as the water level in the Yamuna River surpasses the danger mark once again. Yesterday’s heavy downpour pushed the water level to a worrisome 205.39 metres.
According to the latest report from the Central Water Commission, the water level at the old railway bridge in Delhi witnessed a rapid surge from 203.48 metres at 3 p.m. on Monday to 204.94 metres by 6 p.m. on Tuesday. This significant rise in just a matter of hours underscores the unpredictable nature of the monsoon and its potential consequences.
The ongoing heavy rains have particularly affected Uttarakhand and Himachal Pradesh, leading to a swift elevation in the Yamuna River’s water level. Authorities from the Delhi Irrigation and Flood Control Department have issued a cautionary statement, indicating that localised flooding could occur at a few points along the river. However, they also reassure that the situation is not likely to escalate into a serious crisis.
Just a month ago, the city experienced widespread inundation due to heavy rains. The worst flood incident in recent history occurred on July 13, when the Yamuna River recorded a peak water level of 208.66 metres.
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