Delhi: Yamuna above danger mark, evacuation begins in flood-prone areas

Credit: DNA- Published on July 11, 2023
Addressing a press conference on Monday, Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal had said a flood-like situation is unlikely in Delhi, but the city government is prepared to tackle any eventuality.

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Published on July 13, 2023 -  02:35
Yamuna water levels rise to all-time high; many evacuated as flood fears grip Delhi | Oneindia News
The Yamuna in Delhi has risen to an all-time high of 208.46 meters on Thursday. It has submerged low-lying areas and prompted evacuation measures. The Central Water Commission or CWC has called it an extreme situation as the water flow into Yamuna is expected to peak on Thursday (July 13). The current water level is three metres above the danger mark. #Yamuna #YamunaRiver #DelhiRains ~HT.98~PR.151~ED.101~

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