Delhi is on high alert as water level of the Yamuna River is rising once again with the looming danger of Delhi floods. On July 23, the water level was recorded at 205.81 m at Old Yamuna Bridge. The water level of Yamuna has been on a rise since July 22. The flood-affected people were shifted to relief camps as they lost their shelters. Hundreds of flood-affected people were seen taking shelter in the relief camps near Old Yamuna Bridge.
23 July,2023 11:41 AM IST
As the Yamuna continued to overflow and several areas remain inundated in Delhi, a snake was spotted in Loha Pul area as on July 16. There has been a sharp increase in the sightings of snakes in the city after the recent flooding. Yamuna water has gradually begun receding slowly in Delhi. The latest water level of Yamuna was recorded at 205.95 meters at 10 am on July 16. Notably, Yamuna’s danger level in Delhi is at 205.33 meters. Yamuna water level is likely to fall below the danger mark in the next few hours
16 July,2023 01:30 PM IST
In recent days, Delhi has battling one of the most devastating floods in decades. Parts of Delhi remain severely waterlogged and several areas of the city have submerged as the water level of River Yamuna rose significantly resulting in Delhi floods. Incessant rain and the release of water from Hathnikund Barrage led Yamuna to flow above the danger mark. While the flood situation in Delhi has shattered lives, some took it as an opportunity to enjoy the weather. Several children and adults were seen splashing in the polluted floodwater at the Ring Road area. Notably, three teenagers drowned in a ditch, filled with water amid severe waterlogging in the Mukundpur area on July 14. Taking the incident seriously, CM Arvind Kejriwal had urged people to avoid such a situation. However, Delhites continue to take dips and swim in flooded waters.
16 July,2023 12:39 PM IST
Delhi is currently facing a flood scare due to the high water levels in Yamuna River after incessant rainfall and the release of water from the Hathnikund barrage on July 14. The water level of Yamuna River at Old Railway Bridge (ORB) has crossed the danger mark and is at 208.40 meters, recorded around 9 am. Waterlogging persisted in many parts of Delhi alongside River Yamuna due to its high water level following heavy rains The areas near Rajghat, Supreme Court, ITO, Shanti Van, etc. were inundated. Although the rain stopped, the release of water from Hathnikund Barrage in neighbouring Haryana continued, leading to the prevailing situation in the national capital. The inundation in low-lying areas forced the administration to divert traffic from many roads. As a result, the traffic jams were witnessed. The water level of River Yamuna was depleted later in the night of July 13, reaching 208.63 meters at 10 pm. The water level of River Yamuna was recorded at 208.65 metres at 9 PM.
15 July,2023 04:20 PM IST
While the people of Delhi struggle with Delhi floods, BJP MP from East Delhi Gautam Gambhir, held the Delhi government responsible for the prevailing situation and accused them of not spending money on building the city’s infrastructure. “It’s unfortunate that Delhi is flooded today. This situation doesn’t come as a surprise to me as the present government has not spent any money on building infrastructure in the city. CM had promised to make Delhi a world-class city,” said Gautam Gambhir.
15 July,2023 04:03 PM IST
The water level of the Yamuna River in the National Capital breached the danger mark. The locals shifted from the Yamuna River Bank to the roadside and set up their tents on footpaths. People could be seen living in pathetic conditions along with their belongings on the roadside. Yamuna’s highest flood level in Delhi is 207.49 meters. An orange alert will be issued for Yamuna as soon as the water level crosses 206 meters. It is expected to reach 206.65 on July 11. The national capital is witnessing heavy rainfall for the last three days, resulting in waterlogging at many places.
11 July,2023 11:27 AM IST | Mumbai
After the release of water from Hathini Kund barrage, the water level of Yamuna river in Delhi has started rising. Taking precautions regarding this, the Delhi government has advised people to go to higher places. In this regard, Atishi told that about 45 thousand cusecs of water is being released every hour from Hathinikund Barrage. Now its number has reached 3 lakh cusecs.
10 July,2023 02:31 PM IST | Mumbai
In view of the intensification of cyclone Biparjoy, 50 personnel have been evacuated by the ICG. All 50 personnel were evacuated on June 13 from jack-up rig 'Key Singapore' operating off the Dwarka coast near Okha, Gujarat. The evacuation was carried out by the Indian Coast Guard’s ALH Dhruv helicopters. For precautionary measures, NDRF teams have been deployed in Gujarat’s Dwarka. Police have been deployed near the coast in Gujarat's Navsari to prevent people from venturing into the sea.
13 June,2023 03:37 PM IST
PM Modi held a meeting to review the situation related to Cyclone Biparjoy on June 12. Home Minister Amit Shah, other officials were also present at the meeting. As per IMD, the cyclone is expected to make landfall in Saurashtra and Kutch on June 15 as a severe cyclonic storm. IMD has issued an Orange alert for Saurashtra and Kutch Coasts.
12 June,2023 04:38 PM IST | Mumbai
Mumbaikars woke up to overcast skies on Wednesday and Thursday morning as parts of the city witnessed rainfall the nights before. Although the intensity of the rainfall was very light,(IMD) officials claim that the quantity was also below the measurable limit. As per IMD's forecast, light rains are expected in the city over the next 72 hours, between March 15-17.
16 March,2023 11:20 PM IST | MumbaiADVERTISEMENT
