Gandak Barrage nears danger threshold as water flow rises
Summary
Water flow at the Gandak Barrage on the Nepal-India border has risen sharply amid continuous rainfall, bringing it close to the warning level. Authorities have urged people in downstream areas to stay alert as rising flow at Devghat could further increase water levels along the Narayani River.
Key Points
- Water flow at the Gandak Barrage reached 273,600 cusecs, just below the 300,000-cusec warning level.
- Continuous rainfall has raised the water level upstream and downstream of the barrage.
- Flow at Devghat on the Nepal side has climbed to 348,000 cusecs and is still rising.
- Authorities warned that further increases could raise flooding risk in downstream areas along the Narayani River.
