Delhi flood news LIVE updates: Yamuna water level recedes further to 208.17 m at 6pm

Delhi flood news live: The Yamuna water level touched 208.53 metres at 10 am, breaking a 45-year-old record.


People cross a flooded road near Shanti Van as water level of Yamuna river crosses danger mark, in New Delhi on Friday.(ANI)

Flood in Delhi live updates

As authorities rushed to lead rescue and relief efforts, the Yamuna reached a record high, flooding several important parts of Delhi, including the Secretariat, which houses the chief minister's office. This disrupted daily life and traffic flow.

The Yamuna water level touched 208.53 metres at 10 am, breaking a 45-year-old record.

People walked through knee-deep waters in low-lying regions to reach safer spots as Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal announced the closure of schools near the river and the closing down of water treatment plants.

For the entrance of automobiles into the national capital, curbs were also put in place.

Yamuna water level at 6pm

The water level in Yamuna river was recorded at 208.17 metres according to data by Central Water Commission. 

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Watch: Yamuna floodwaters sink Kashmere Gate area



Jul 14, 2023 06:06 PM IST

 Delhi flood news: Yamuna water level further recedes to 208.20 metres at 5pm

The Yamuna water level has gone down to 208.20 metres at 5 pm, according to the Central Water Commission. 

Delhi floods not due to localized rain but because Yamuna received a lot of water from other states: AAP quotes IMD official




Watch: Rajghat and nearby areas submerged in Yamuna flood water  









Delhi flood news: Three minors drown in waterlogging at Mukundpur

“Three minor children drowned to death in the waterlogging near Mukundpur in North West district. The bodies have been sent to a hospital. Investigation is underway,” news agency ANI quoted Delhi Police as saying. 

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