Brief by Shorts91 NewsDesk / 11:56am on 03 Aug 2025,Sunday Weather & Environment
The Yamuna River in Delhi has surged to 204.14 metres, nearing the warning mark of 204.5 metres, due to continuous rainfall in the upper catchment areas of Haryana and Uttarakhand. Officials warn it may cross the warning level within 48 hours, prompting advisories for residents in low-lying areas to stay alert and avoid riverbanks. The Hathnikund Barrage continues to feed the river, raising flood concerns. Delhi previously recorded a peak of 208.66 metres in July 2023, which inundated areas like Yamuna Bazaar, Rajghat, and Civil Lines. Meanwhile, Uttar Pradesh faces flood-like conditions in Prayagraj and Varanasi, with thousands of homes submerged and rescue operations underway. (PC: Mint & The Indian Express)
