Jamshedpur: Authorities commence evacuation work in low-lying areas

Mail News Service

Jamshedpur, September 16: The Swarnarekha and Kharkai rivers have surged past their danger levels following continuous rainfall in and around Jamshedpur. The water levels of both rivers were rising rapidly, prompting the district administration to evacuate residents from low-lying areas to safer locations.

The Kharkai River, with the danger mark at 129.00 meters, is currently flowing at 131.04 meters. The Swarnarekha River, which has a danger level of 121.50 meters, has reached approximately 122 meters. Heavy rains over the past 48 hours have exacerbated the situation.

All gates of the Chandil Dam in the Seraikela-Kharsawan district had been opened, further increasing the river’s water levels. Floodwaters have begun to enter homes in coastal areas.

District Magistrate Ananya Mittal issued an alert to the NDRF and urged residents in flood-prone areas to stay alert and safe. He advised against approaching riverbanks to prevent loss of life and property and emphasized the importance of following district administration guidelines.