Severe Rains Ravage Maharashtra: Over 700 Homes Damaged and Numerous Roads Flooded

Severe rains over the weekend wreaked havoc in Maharashtra's Vidarbha region, damaging over 700 homes and causing major road inundation. Chandrapur district was among the worst-hit, with 740 houses affected and the Irai Dam gates opening. Rescue teams evacuated over 100 people, and weather warnings remain in place.

Severe rains over the weekend wreaked havoc in Maharashtra's Vidarbha region, leading to significant damage and disruptions. More than 700 houses were affected, and several roads were deluged, especially in the Chandrapur district, where 740 homes faced damage over the last 48 hours. Authorities have been active in rescue and preventive measures.

In Chandrapur, persistent downpours forced the opening of seven gates of the Irai Dam by one meter. The retaining wall of a nullah in Chichpalli village cracked, leading to water seeping into homes. Additionally, at least 33 roads were flooded in Gadchiroli district, with five gradually reopened as waters receded.

The deluge prompted the evacuation of over 100 residents from villages in Bhandara district late Sunday night. The district search and rescue team, along with disaster management officials, have been on high alert, with the SDRF on standby and the district collector overseeing operations. The meteorological department has issued alerts, forecasting more rainfall and thunderstorms in the coming days.