Delhi’s ‘Lifeline’ Yamuna became the reason for ‘fear’, water released from Haryana increased tension, high alert of flood

The effect of rains on the mountains is now going to wreak havoc on the plains. From Hathinikund barrage of Haryana 1.78 lakh cusecs After excessive water was released, the risk of floods in the low -lying areas of Delhi and Haryana reached its peak. The Yamuna River on the boom and its water level is moving towards the danger mark rapidly, due to which the Delhi government in the national capital Flood alert Has released.

This warning is a serious alarm bell for millions of people who live in the banks of the Yamuna or in the low -lying areas. The administration has started preparations on the ‘war footing’ and people settled on the banks of the river have been asked to go to safe places immediately. The upcoming 72 hours are going to be very delicate and challenging for Delhi.

Why was the danger bell rang? (Understand the complete mathematics of Hathinikund barrage)

At the center of the danger of this flood is the Hathinikund barrage of Haryana, which controls the flow of the Yamuna River.

• Heavy rain on the mountains: In the last 48 hours, there has been torrential rains in Himachal Pradesh and Uttarakhand’s hilly catchment areas. All the water of this rain is reaching the Hathinikund barrage directly.
• Barrage compulsion: A barrage would have a certain ability to stop the water. When the flow of water goes above 1 lakh cusecs, it is considered a ‘low level flood’ and a warning is issued. 1.78 lakh cusecs Water means that the situation has become serious. For the safety of the barrage, it becomes a compulsion to open its gate towards Delhi, otherwise there may be a danger of the barrage breakdown.

It will take 72 hours to reach Delhi

It is very important to know that the water released from Hathinikund barrage does not immediately reach Delhi. Usually in reaching Delhi with the huge flow of this water About 72 hours (3 days) It takes time This means that the administration has a limited but important time for preparation and rescue operations.

• Danger mark in Delhi: The water level of Yamuna in Delhi is measured at the old iron bridge. Here Danger mark 205.33 m Is. It is expected that the water level of Yamuna will rise rapidly in the next two days and can cross this mark.

These areas have the highest threat, order to vacate

In Delhi, the low -lying areas of the Yamuna, called ‘Yamuna Khadar’, have the first and most devastating effects of floods. Administration نے have issued orders to evacuate these areas immediately

• Old Fort and Monastery Market
• The lower area of Yamuna Khadar
• Parts of Mayur Vihar and Sonia Vihar
• Other lower and coastal areas

Administration on high alert, NDRF teams deployed

The administration of Delhi and Haryana is completely on alert mode to deal with this impending crisis.

• Establishment of relief camps: Temporary relief camps are being set up at safe places for those who were removed from the low-lying areas where their food and drink will be made.
• Deployment of NDRF: Many teams of National Disaster Response Force (NDRF) were deployed at sensitive places to start rescue work immediately in any emergency.
• Ban on old iron bridge: Traffic (both rail and road) on the old iron bridge are stopped as a precaution when the water level of Yamuna rises.
• 24×7 monitoring: The situation is being monitored round the clock from a central control room.

Safety Advisory for Citizens (Safety Advisory)

If you live in or around the affected areas, take special care of these things:

1. Do not pay attention to rumors: Believe only official announcements.
2. Go to a safe place: Follow the administration’s instructions and immediately move to safe high places.
3. Do not go to Yamuna: Do not go to the banks of the river to take selfies or watch water. This can be fatal.
4. Keep essential items ready: Keep an emergency kit ready that contains your important documents, flashlight, first-aid kits, and some cash.
5. Avoid electrical appliances: Close the main switch of the house in the event of water filling.

The upcoming 2-3 days are extremely important for Delhi-NCR. A little caution and awareness can avoid a large tragedy.