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Bihar Rivers: Flood Alert as Banks Crumble!
13 Sep
Summary
- Alert issued for 15 flood-affected districts due to receding waters.
- Engineers urged to patrol sensitive spots and monitor erosion.
- Anti-erosion work to begin immediately where necessary.
The Bihar Water Resources Department (WRD) has issued an alert to its engineers and officials across 15 flood-affected districts, warning residents to stay away from riverbanks. This advisory comes as rapidly receding floodwaters and strong currents have heightened the risk of sudden bank erosion and collapse at vulnerable points.
Engineers are instructed to maintain constant vigilance at sensitive locations and monitor erosion-prone areas as water levels fall. They are also directed to publicize the warning among the general populace. Prompt inspection and necessary anti-erosion work are mandated for any reported incidents of erosion or bank collapse.
Water levels in major rivers like the Sone, Kosi, and Gandak have been falling rapidly. While some river sections remain above danger levels, the overall situation is expected to improve. The department also stressed the importance of maintaining adequate flood-fighting materials and regular situation reviews.
