Odisha govt evacuates people as floodwaters enter Balasore, Mayurbhanj districts

With major rivers in north Odisha in spate, the state government has started evacuating people from low-lying areas and launched rescue and relief operations in Balasore and Mayurbhanj districts, officials said on Monday.

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The state government has sounded a red alert for both districts as water levels in rivers like Subarnarekha, Budhabalang, Jalaka, and Sono continue to rise.

According to official sources, the Subarnarekha river reached a water level of 11.53 metres at Rajghat at noon on Monday — well above the danger mark of 10.36 metres.

At least four blocks in Balasore — Baliapal, Bhograi, Jaleswar, and Basta — are likely to be affected. According to officials, Budhabalang river threatens to flood Balasore municipality and sadar areas, while Jalaka river waters are likely to impact Basta and Balasore sadar regions.