Bhubaneswar, July 27 -- Several districts in Odisha are facing an escalating flood threat following continuous heavy rainfall in the upper catchment areas of rivers Subarnarekha, Jalaka, and Baitarani. Rising river waters have already inundated villages, damaged embankments, and disrupted normal life across northern parts of the state.
In Jajpur, the situation has turned critical as the Baitarani River crossed its danger level at Akhuapada, flowing at 18.8 metres, well above the 18.33-metre danger mark. Floodwaters have entered low-lying areas, triggering panic among the locals.
The Jalaka River, meanwhile, has wreaked havoc in the Basta block of Balasore district, where four localities have been submerged. Prompt action by the administ...
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