NEW DELHI – The Yamuna River has once again breached its danger mark in Delhi, rising above the 205.33-meter level at the Old Railway Bridge. This is the second time this monsoon season the river has crossed the danger threshold, primarily due to continuous rainfall in the capital and a high volume of water released from the Hathnikund Barrage. At its highest point, the water level was recorded at 205.39 meters.
Delhi on Flood Watch as Water Levels Rise
The city’s flood control department is closely monitoring the situation, and an official stated that the increased water flow from upstream barrages is the main cause of the rising levels. The evacuation mark for low-lying areas begins at 206 meters, and authorities have already established flood relief camps in areas like Mayur Vihar to assist residents. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a forecast for generally cloudy skies with the possibility of light rain in Delhi over the next few days.
Monsoon Mayhem Wreaks Havoc Across India
The Yamuna’s surge is part of a broader weather pattern affecting several parts of India. In Jammu, a record-breaking 380mm of rainfall in a single day has caused flash floods and landslides, with the Jhelum River also crossing its flood mark. The situation has been particularly tragic, with a landslide at the Vaishno Devi shrine and a flash flood in Doda claiming dozens of lives. In Prayagraj, Uttar Pradesh, the rising water levels of both the Ganga and Yamuna rivers have displaced over 200 families. Meanwhile, the IMD has issued a red alert for extremely heavy rainfall over Coastal Karnataka and Telangana, warning that intense showers are expected to continue for the coming week.