Bhubaneswar: The Water Resources Engineer has alerted that the next 24 hours are crucial, and the water level will depend on future rainfall.
According to sources, heavy rainfall in Jharkhand and various parts of Odisha has caused the Subarnarekha, Budhabalanga, and Jalaka rivers to swell, prompting concerns of potential flooding in the state’s northern districts.
As per information provided by the Chief Engineer of the Water Resources Department, the water level at the Subarnarekha River has crossed the danger mark at Rajghat in Balasore district. The water level has risen to 11.52 meters, surpassing the danger mark of 10.36 meters. It’s expected to reach 11.7 meters by noon and then gradually decrease. The water level of the Jalaka River at Mathani is at 6.84 meters, slightly above the danger mark of 6.50 meters.
The current water level of the Budhabalanga River at the National Highway at NH 5 stands at 7.20 meters, with a danger mark of 8.13 metres. The water level is slowly receding. However, the next 24 hours are critical, and the water level will depend on subsequent rainfall.
