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Delhi CM Kejriwal Urges People To Stay Away From Yamuna River Banks As Water Level Flows Near Danger Mark
The water level in Yamuna river is flowing near the danger mark, raising widespread concerns. Dekhi CM Arvind Kejriwal has urged people to stay away from the river banks. As of August 14, the water level stands at 204.91 metre, flowing slightly lesser than the danger mark, which is 205.33 metres. Overflowing of water has caused flooding in low lying areas near Mayur Vihar Phase I and Akshardham Temple.
Tags: Delhi, Yamuna, flooding, Arvind Kejriwal, Akshardham Temple
Courtesy: ANI
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Heavy Rains In Brazil Kill At Least 31 People; Schools Open As Shelter
At least 29 individuals were killed by landslides caused by torrential rains in the Brazilian state of Pernambuco on May 28. Two individuals perished after being carried away in river floods in Alagoas, Brazil. Flooding has caused over 1,000 individuals to flee their homes. The city of Recife has opened schools to assist the homeless people. 33 municipalities in Alagoas have announced a state of emergency.
Tags: Brazil, Landslides, heavy rains, flooding, Schools
Courtesy: Zee News
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Flooding On The Cards In Mumbai This Monsoon As Debris Blocks Pipelines
Flooding is on the cards in Mumbai this monsoon season as pipelines are choked with debris, thanks to illegal dumping. "I had demanded a criminal complaint against the Mumbai Metro authorities and the contractors Dogus Soma JV for dumping muddy silt and slurry illegally," shares activist Ankush Kurade. Illegal dumping has been going on unabated in the city, resulting in choked drainage pipes.
Tags: Mumbai, MONSOON, flooding, Floods
Courtesy: The Free Press Journal
