The Yamuna river in Delhi crossed the danger level on Tuesday morning, triggering flood concerns across several low-lying parts of the capital.
According to the Central Water Commission (CWC), the water level at the Old Railway Bridge stood at 205.80 metres at 8 a.m., surpassing the danger mark of 205.33 metres. The warning level for the river is 204.5 metres.
Overnight rainfall worsened the situation, leaving many areas waterlogged. Residents of Mayur Vihar and other Trans-Yamuna localities reported water entering their homes and streets turning into streams.
CWC data showed a heavy discharge into the Yamuna on Tuesday morning, including 1.76 lakh cusecs from Hathni Kund Barrage, 69,210 cusecs from Wazirabad Barrage, and 73,619 cusecs from Okhla Barrage.
Authorities have begun announcements via boats along the riverbanks, urging residents to evacuate vulnerable zones. “We are constantly urging residents to vacate areas at risk of flooding. All district magistrates have been directed to remain prepared for any flood-like situation,” an official said.
