Guwahati, 2nd July: Assam Police has reported the successful rescue of 3,057 individuals and 419 animals amidst the ongoing flood crisis as of yesterday. Teams from the State Disaster Response Fund (SDRF) and Fire and Emergency Services Assam continue their relentless efforts to ensure the safety of all affected residents.
The flood situation in Assam has worsened, impacting 14 districts and affecting approximately 2,70,628 residents. Heavy rainfall, averaging 21.6 mm, has exacerbated the crisis, prompting flood warnings across 41 revenue circles and 698 villages.
In response to the damaged embankment in Bankuwal and Golaghat, Assam Minister Pijush Hazarika announced that construction using advanced technologies will commence within three days. The expedited project aims for completion within 15 days to mitigate further risks.
Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma has assured continuous monitoring of the flood situation, particularly in Dibrugarh, where thirteen fishermen have been stranded on a riverine islet in the Brahmaputra River since June 28.
Meanwhile, the rising water levels of the River Dhanashree and Brahmaputra have critically inundated Orang National Park, submerging approximately 70 percent of its area. Authorities are actively managing the situation to safeguard wildlife and manage the environmental impact caused by the flooding.
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