Water level in Narayani, Babai crosses danger mark

 

Kathmandu, July 2

The government has issued high alerts for flooding in the areas nearby major rivers in western Nepal.

According to the Department of Hydrology and Meteorology under the Ministry of Energy, Water Resources and Irrigation, water level has crossed the danger level in Narayani River and Babai River.

As per the record till 11:35 am today, the water level in Narayani River has increased by 0.5 metres than the danger level. The danger point was set to three metres, and the water level is 3.5 metres now.

Similarly, the danger point in Babai River has been set to 5.50 metres. But, the water level has risen to six metres, which is more than the danger point.

Warning bells have been activated in the areas to inform about the danger.

Meanwhile, water flow is rising in Karnali, Babai, West Rapti, and Narayani River among others.

 

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