Paschim Medinipur, July 13 -- Continuous rainfall has led to severe flooding in several parts of West Bengal's Paschim Medinipur district, including Ghatal, claiming two lives on Saturday.

According to Ghatal Sub-Divisional Officer (SDO) Suman Biswas, the water level in the Ghatal block and municipality is still rising at several locations, while it has started to recede in some other areas.

"The water level is still increasing at various points of the Ghatal block and municipality. But the water level is decreasing now from Chandrakona, Baka Point and Ketha River Point. The situation of Chandrakona is quite normal now. But in Ghatal, the situation is deteriorating. We have arranged for medical teams...Our rescue team is in operation no...