The Odisha government has placed Mayurbhanj and Balasore districts on high alert due to the rising water levels in several major rivers, including the Budhabalang, Subarnarekha, Jalaka, and Sono. Heavy rainfall in Jharkhand and Odisha's Mayurbhanj district has contributed to the swelling rivers, with the incomplete Chandili Dam exacerbating the flood situation.
Current Flood Situation:
- Rivers: Budhabalang, Subarnarekha, Jalaka, and Sono are witnessing rising water levels
- Districts: Mayurbhanj and Balasore are on high alert, with evacuations underway in low-lying areas
- Water Levels:
- Subarnarekha River: 8.41 meters at Rajghat, expected to reach 11.25 meters by midnight
- Budhabalang River: 6.94 meters at Govindpura, expected to reach 8.20 meters by tomorrow morning
- Jalaka River: 6.65 meters at Mathani, already above the danger level of 6.50 meters
Government Response:
- Evacuations: People in low-lying areas are being shifted to safer shelters
- Relief Operations: ODRAF and fire and emergency services teams are assisting in evacuation and relief efforts
- Compensation: The government has promised to provide compensation to those who have suffered losses due to the floods
- Monitoring: The State Flood Cell is actively monitoring the situation, with senior engineers deployed to Balasore to support flood management.