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The Baitarani River is once again under close watch as it breached the caution level of 17.83 metres at Akhuapada in Bhadrak district, reaching 18.03 metres by Monday morning. Though the danger mark stands at 18.33 metres, officials confirmed that the water level is now gradually receding, offering a temporary respite to riverside communities.
However, with continued heavy rainfall over the catchment areas and forecasts of further downpours, flood concerns persist, especially if Anandapur and Baitarani barrage gates are opened in response to upstream inflows.
The rising water level in Baitarani follows sustained moderate to heav...