PNS|Hyderabad
The Godavari river is in spate. Due to heavy rains, heavy flood water is coming into the river from the catchment areas as well as the upper areas. Godavari flows at 48 feet at Bhadrachalam. Bhadradri Kothagudem recorded 224mm rainfall on Wednesday.
Authorities issued the first danger warning when it crossed 44 feet in the afternoon. At present, it has reached 48 feet and issued a second danger warning.
Officials expect the flow of Godavari to increase further as heavy rains continue in the surrounding areas. If it reaches 53 feet, the third danger warning will be issued. As the Godavari is flowing furiously, the flood water has already entered the vicinity of the temple. Rain water entered the Annadana Satram.
The authorities alerted the people in the wake of the flood. The people of the low-lying areas have been asked to be alert as the flow in the river is increasing with the passage of hours.
On the other hand, there was heavy rain in Bhadradri district. The highest rainfall of 32 cm was recorded in Karakagudem in Pinapaka mandal. A woman went missing while walking in Mulakalapally mandal. A search was launched for her.
