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 ...