Flood Situation Near Godavari River
Weather Today: Schools Shut In Some Maharashtra Districts, 3 Dead In Coastal Andhra Rains, Godavari Swells
Heavy rains have significantly impacted several regions, leading to disruptions in daily life and emergency responses. Here’s a detailed overview of the current situation:
Maharashtra
- Schools Shut in Various Districts: Due to heavy rainfall warnings, schools were closed on Monday in Nagpur, Bhandara, Gondia, Chandrapur, Gadchiroli, and four tehsils in Raigad district. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) predicted extremely heavy showers in isolated areas, advising residents to stay indoors unless necessary.
- Local Train Services Affected in Mumbai: Mumbai experienced continuous heavy rains for the second day, with some areas receiving up to 34 mm of rainfall within an hour in the morning. This led to disruptions in local train services between Kalyan and Thakurli stations on the Central Railway network. Three National Disaster Response Force (NDRF) teams were deployed in Mumbai in anticipation of high tides and further heavy rainfall.
Goa
- Orange Alert Issued: The IMD issued an orange alert for Goa, predicting heavy rains in both districts for the next four days. A 16-year-old girl was tragically killed by a falling tree in Panaji amid strong winds. The IMD forecasted heavy to very heavy rainfall with strong surface winds from July 22 to 25.
Telangana
- Alert Mode Activated: Telangana Revenue Minister Ponguleti Srinivas Reddy directed district collectors to stay alert due to widespread rainfall and rising water levels in the Godavari river. Rescue teams and NDRF personnel have been deployed to prevent loss of life and property, especially in low-lying and flood-threatened areas.
Andhra Pradesh
- Disruptions in Coastal Regions: Heavy rains over the past three days have disrupted normal life in coastal Andhra Pradesh, particularly in Alluri Sitarama Raju (ASR) and Parvathipuram Manyam districts. Overflowing streams and rivulets washed away culverts and kutcha roads, cutting off several villages from mandal headquarters. Three fatalities were reported: one in ASR and two in Vizianagaram districts.
Uttar Pradesh
- Monsoon Mayhem: Rain-related incidents claimed 11 lives across Uttar Pradesh within 24 hours, highlighting the severe impact of the ongoing monsoon season on the region.
Assam
- Flood Situation Improving: The flood situation in Assam has shown signs of improvement, with the affected population reducing to 95,000. However, fresh areas were inundated, increasing the number of affected districts to 11. An Assam State Disaster Management Authority (ASDMA) bulletin reported that 95,554 people in 21 revenue circles and 345 villages are still reeling under floodwaters. The affected districts include Morigaon, Kamrup, Dhemaji, Kamrup Metropolitan, Dibrugarh, Sivasagar, Nagaon, Golaghat, Goalpara, Jorhat, and Cachar.
Key Measures and Responses
- Emergency Services: NDRF and local rescue teams are actively deployed in affected regions to manage the emergency situation and provide relief.
- Public Advisories: Residents in heavily affected areas have been advised to stay indoors and avoid unnecessary travel.
- Infrastructure Monitoring: Authorities are monitoring key infrastructures such as bridges, culverts, and roads to ensure safety and manage repairs.
Conclusion
The heavy rainfall and subsequent flooding have posed significant challenges across various states in India. Authorities are on high alert, taking necessary precautions to mitigate the impact and ensure public safety. Continued vigilance and prompt responses are crucial in managing this ongoing weather crisis.
Even as the state got a respite from rains, the eastern Telangana district of Bhadradri Kothagudem remained the worst affected by floods. The water levels in Godavari river continued to swell on Friday and touched 70 feet a little after 3 pm. The river breached the third level warning of 53 feet four days ago and was flowing at 67 feet at around 11 am Friday. The last time the Godavari river had breached the 60-feet mark here was in August 2020.