Raging Waters: Jharkhand's Kolhan Region Under Siege by Torrential Rains
Heavy rainfall in Jharkhand's Kolhan region led to severe water-logging, impacting normal life as rivers Kharkhai and Subarnarekha crossed danger levels. The district administration has sounded flood alerts and urged residents to relocate to safety. Authorities are distributing aid and monitoring the situation closely.
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Heavy rains wreaked havoc in Jharkhand's Kolhan region, causing widespread water-logging and disrupting daily life. Rivers Kharkhai and Subarnarekha breached their danger levels in Jamshedpur, triggering official alerts.
Kunal Sarangi, ex-MLA and JMM spokesperson, cited submerged homes in Baharagora and disrupted traffic. Relief efforts include distributing essentials and urging impacted families to evacuate.
District administrations of East Singhbhum and Seraikela-Kharswan have mobilized resources, raised flood alerts, and deployed health units to tackle potential emergencies. Vigilance is prompted by the release of water from Odisha's Rairangpur dam.
(With inputs from agencies.)
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