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more-inAs a swollen Periyar flows around, hundreds of civilians stranded in their homes in Aluva are awaiting rescue, with many of them reaching out frantically on social media. And now, if the water rises further, we will die.”Meanwhile, those who were rescued were taken to relief camps such as those at Union Christian College, Aluva. A few students and teachers from a college are overseeing rescue efforts now, with non-governmental organisations pitching in. “We have lost hope,” said Atul P.R., the resignation evident in his voice as he spoke over the phone on Friday evening. “Since accessibility is an issue, we have difficulty getting food and water.”There is no medical attention for pregnant women..