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Two Youths Drown, Two Rescued as Flood Waters Sweep Four in Saran, Bihar
✍️ Amar Ujala · Bihar
🗓 01 Oct 2026, 09:31 PM
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Four youths were caught in fast‑moving flood waters in Panapur, Saran district; two were rescued by villagers while two drowned.
Panapur block in Saran district, Bihar, witnessed a tragic incident on Saturday when four young men were swept away by rapidly flowing flood waters. The youths were attempting to cross the swollen stream when the current overwhelmed them.
Local villagers, hearing the cries, rushed to the scene and managed to pull two of the men to safety. Despite their swift response, the remaining two could not be rescued and were later confirmed dead.
Authorities have launched a rescue operation to locate any other victims and are urging residents to avoid crossing flood‑affected areas until water levels recede. The district administration has also warned of further rise in water levels due to ongoing rains.
The incident underscores the growing risk of flash floods in the region during the monsoon season, prompting calls for improved early warning systems and community awareness.
No further casualties have been reported as of now.
Local villagers, hearing the cries, rushed to the scene and managed to pull two of the men to safety. Despite their swift response, the remaining two could not be rescued and were later confirmed dead.
Authorities have launched a rescue operation to locate any other victims and are urging residents to avoid crossing flood‑affected areas until water levels recede. The district administration has also warned of further rise in water levels due to ongoing rains.
The incident underscores the growing risk of flash floods in the region during the monsoon season, prompting calls for improved early warning systems and community awareness.
No further casualties have been reported as of now.