Ganga crosses warning mark in Varanasi as rising water levels intensify flood threat
- Ganga’s water level in Varanasi crossed the warning mark, reaching 70.54 metres at Rajghat gauge site, officials said on September 3.
- The river continued rising at around 2 cm per hour, increasing flood concerns in low-lying areas along the Ganga and Varuna rivers.
- District authorities inspected affected areas with NDRF teams and reviewed preparations for evacuation, relief camps and emergency response.
- Officials arranged essential supplies, healthcare, sanitation and security at relief camps while urging residents near riverbanks to remain alert.
Source: republicworld.com
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