Ajit Kumar Jha, Nepal News Bank
Inaruwa. The water level in the Saptakoshi river has increased due to incessant rainfall in the eastern hilly districts.
Deputy Superintendent of Police (DSP) of Sunsari Chandra Bahadur Khadka said water flow was recorded at 220,000 cusecs per second through the Koshi Barrage at 8.1
5 pm on Sunday.
According to Deputy Superintendent of Police Khadka, 27 of the 56 gates of the main 52 and four canals of the Koshi Barrage were opened after the water level increased. As the water level rises, red beacons have been lit and red flags have been hoisted at the Koshi Barrage as a signal of danger.
The police have urged the people living near the Koshi River to remain alert as the water level of the river is rising. The District Police Office, Sunsari has said that continuous monitoring is being carried out regarding the water level and flow of the river.
Police have urged the residents of risky areas around the Koshi River to take precautions, he said.
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