Narayani River flood approaches danger level, all gates of Gandak barrage open
Summary
The Narayani River in Nawalparasi has reached near-dangerous flood levels, prompting authorities to relocate riverbank residents to safer areas. All 36 gates of the Gandak Barrage at Triveni have been opened as water flow continues to rise.
Key Points
- The Narayani River at Devghat rose to 8.98 meters, just below the nine-meter danger level.
- Residents along the riverbanks are being moved to safer areas in Nawalparasi (Bardghat-Sustapurwa).
- Gaindakot, Devchuli, Kawasoti, Madhyavindu Municipality, Binayi Triveni, Boudikali and Bulingtar are among the areas at risk.
- All 36 gates of the Gandak Barrage have been opened after the river crossed the warning level.
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