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India's Yamuna River Crosses Danger Mark as Heavy Rains Flood Parts of Delhi
Over 14,000 residents evacuated as authorities deploy extensive rescue efforts amid continuous heavy rains and high water discharge from barrages causing severe flooding.
- On September 3, 2025, the Yamuna River in New Delhi breached its danger mark, swelling to 207.41 metres, the third-highest on record.
- Heavy rainfall and high-volume water releases from Wazirabad and Hathnikund barrages caused the river level to rise, prompting evacuation efforts earlier that week.
- The floodwaters entered low-lying areas such as Yamuna Bazar and Mayur Vihar, disrupted transport with train cancellations and flight delays, and forced suspension of cremations at Nigambodh Ghat.
- Authorities rescued around 14,000 people and set up relief camps while the Central Water Commission predicted the water level would fall to 207.32 metres by 8 pm on September 4.
- The situation remains under control with teams ready for emergencies, but continued rainfall forecasts suggest vigilance is still necessary due to the risk of further water level increases.
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In Photos | Delhi underwater as the Yamuna flows through the streets
Delhi floods: The disaster in Delhi continues to unfold. The Yamuna River has surged after torrential rains, flowing above the danger mark and swallowing homes and establishments. These pictures tell a frightening story
India's Yamuna river crosses danger mark as heavy rains flood parts of Delhi
NEW DELHI: Parts of Delhi and Indian Kashmir were flooded on Thursday after two rivers breached the danger mark following heavy rain in several northern areas, but weather officials forecast some respite from the downpours. © New Straits Times Press (M) Bhd
Heavy rain lashes northern India
Flooding across northern India killed at least five people on Wednesday, officials said, with more thunderstorms expected and local media reporting that 10,000 people have been evacuated from the river banks in capital Delhi. The monsoon season in India has been particularly intense this year, killing at least 130 people in August alone in north India, wiping out villages and destroying infrastructure. The latest round of flooding has hit northe…
Flood Alert In Delhi, Yamuna Above Danger Mark, Relief Camps Submerged
Relief camps in low-lying areas of Delhi, including those near Mayur Vihar Phase-I, were inundated on Thursday as the Yamuna River swelled dangerously above the danger mark following incessant rainfall.
Yamuna breaches 207-m mark in city for fifth time since 1963 - The Tribune
As heavy and incessant rains continued to lash the city for the third consecutive day, water level of the Yamuna breached the 207-metre mark at the Old Railway Bridge here for the first time this monsoon at 1 pm on Wednesday.
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