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Odisha Flood Alert: Baitarani, Salandi, Subarnarekha Rivers Rise
✍️ kanaknews.com
🗓 26 Sep 2026, 09:46 AM
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The Odisha government has issued a flood alert as the Baitarani, Salandi and Subarnarekha rivers have risen, threatening low‑lying areas.
The Odisha government has issued a flood alert after the Baitarani, Salandi and Subarnarekha rivers rose sharply in recent days. The rising water levels have raised concerns among residents in the riverine districts, where low‑lying villages are at risk of inundation.
Officials have warned that the situation could worsen if heavy rainfall continues, and have urged people in vulnerable areas to stay alert and follow evacuation orders if necessary. Local authorities are reportedly monitoring river gauges closely and coordinating with disaster management teams.
The alert comes as part of the state's ongoing efforts to mitigate flood risks, with authorities already deploying additional resources to monitor water levels and prepare emergency response plans.
Residents in affected districts are advised to check official updates and heed instructions from local police and the Odisha Disaster Management Authority.
Officials have warned that the situation could worsen if heavy rainfall continues, and have urged people in vulnerable areas to stay alert and follow evacuation orders if necessary. Local authorities are reportedly monitoring river gauges closely and coordinating with disaster management teams.
The alert comes as part of the state's ongoing efforts to mitigate flood risks, with authorities already deploying additional resources to monitor water levels and prepare emergency response plans.
Residents in affected districts are advised to check official updates and heed instructions from local police and the Odisha Disaster Management Authority.