Heavy Rain Causes Flooding in Valsad, Gujarat
NDRF Rescues Stranded Fishermen
Heavy rainfall has caused severe flooding in Valsad, Gujarat, with rising water levels in the Auranga River. Many people from low-lying areas have moved to safer places.
Local Situation
Mukesh Patel, a local resident, said, “The situation of water logging has come down but the water level is increasing due to rain again. Auranga River can be seen flowing on the road in Bandar Road and Tariawad areas of the city.”
He added, “Currently the water level is low but it is increasing. From the last two to three days, there has been continuous rain in the area, and the administration has warned us to move to a safer place. Most of the people have already moved.”
Annual Flooding
Patel also mentioned, “Bandar Road and Tariawad witness flooding every year. More than 2500 people live in this area.”
NDRF Rescue Operation
Earlier today, the National Disaster Response Force (NDRF) rescued seven fishermen stranded in Hinglaj village due to heavy rainfall and high tide in the Auranga River. Inspector Ramesh Kumar said, “We got information from the district administration that seven persons are stranded in Hinglaj village because of continuous rainfall and high tide in the Auranga River. We have rescued them.”
Weather Warnings
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has warned of rain and thundershowers for the next five days in several parts of Gujarat. Other districts like Navsari have also experienced severe waterlogging, prompting NDRF evacuations and the preparation of food packets for affected residents.
Doubts Revealed
Valsad -: Valsad is a city in the state of Gujarat, India. It is known for its beautiful beaches and mango orchards.
Gujarat -: Gujarat is a state in western India. It is famous for its rich culture, history, and industries.
NDRF -: NDRF stands for National Disaster Response Force. It is a special team in India that helps people during natural disasters like floods and earthquakes.
Auranga River -: The Auranga River is a river in Gujarat. When it rains a lot, the river can overflow and cause flooding.
India Meteorological Department -: The India Meteorological Department, or IMD, is a government agency that predicts the weather. They tell us if it will rain, be sunny, or if there will be storms.
thundershowers -: Thundershowers are rain showers that come with thunder and lightning. They can be very loud and sometimes scary.
