đź“Ť Monitoring Point: Howrah River at Jahar Bridge, Battala
Authorities have reported a significant rise in the water level of the Howrah River at the Jahar Bridge point in Battala. As of 9:00 AM today, the river is flowing at 10.82 meters, which is above the designated danger level.
🔹 Warning Level: 9.13 meters
🔹 Critical Level: 10.00 meters
🔹 Danger Level: 10.50 meters
🔹 Current Level (9:00 AM): 10.82 meters ⚠️
🔹 Extreme Danger Level: 11.00 meters
🔹 Highest Recorded Level: 11.33 meters (on August 22, 2024)
This situation is concerning, as the water level has already crossed both the critical and danger thresholds, with only a short margin left before it hits the extreme danger mark. If water levels continue to rise, the risk of flooding in low-lying areas will increase significantly.
🚨 Advisory:
Residents living near the riverbanks and in vulnerable areas are strongly urged to stay alert, prepare for possible evacuation, and follow all instructions issued by local authorities and disaster response teams. Avoid venturing near the river, and ensure children and elderly members remain indoors and safe.
Local authorities and emergency services are closely monitoring the situation and will issue updates as needed.
📢 Stay tuned to official channels for further alerts. Your safety is the top priority.
