New Delhi, India – The water level of the Yamuna River in the national capital crossed the danger mark on Sunday morning following days of continuous heavy rainfall, officials said.
At 8 pm, the Yamuna’s water level stood at 205.52 metres. The warning mark for Delhi is 204.5 metres, the danger mark is 205.3 metres, and evacuation begins once the river touches 206 metres. The Old Railway Bridge serves as a key observation point for monitoring the river’s flow and potential flood risks.
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“The river is rising mostly due to high volumes of water being released from the Wazirabad and Hathnikund barrages every hour. According to the forecast, the water level is likely to fall by Sunday evening,” an official from the central flood room said.
Data from the flood control department shows that the Hathnikund barrage is releasing around 53,950 cusecs of water every hour, while Wazirabad is discharging 51,210 cusecs. Water released from these upstream barrages typically takes 48 to 50 hours to reach Delhi, meaning even smaller discharges contribute to rising levels within the city.
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has forecast a generally cloudy sky with moderate rain in Delhi until Tuesday, along with thunderstorms and rain through the coming week.
Authorities have set up a flood relief camp in Mayur Vihar to prepare for the possible evacuation of residents if the river swells further.
Meanwhile, heavy rains have also triggered floods in Punjab and Himachal Pradesh, disrupting normal life and causing damage to crops, property, and infrastructure. Several low-lying areas in Punjab are inundated, while landslides and flash floods have been reported in parts of Himachal, prompting evacuation efforts and deployment of relief teams.
Officials in both states have issued alerts and are closely monitoring river levels as more rainfall is expected in the coming days.
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