Delhi: Yamuna river crosses danger mark; 613 people evacuated

Delhi | Wednesday | 15th August, 2018

Summary:

Last month, the water level of the Yamuna river had crossed the danger mark, prompting authorities to evacuate people living in the low-lying areas. The water level at Yamuna river increased after 1.31 lakh cusec water was released from Hathnikund Barrage. According to the east Delhi district administration, the water level of the Yamuna river reached 205.72 metres at7 pm today, while its danger mark is 204.83 metres. (Express Photo By Amit Mehra/File) The water level at Yamuna river increased after 1.31 lakh cusec water was released from Hathnikund Barrage. (Express Photo By Amit Mehra/File)The water level in the Yamuna river today continued to flow above danger mark, with the authorities evacuating around 600 people so far, officials said..