Central Water Commission has reported that the water level of Yamuna has crossed the predicted level of 205.7. CWC further forecasts the water level to reach 206.15 around 3 AM tonight. The current level was reported to be 205.79 at 9 AM. The water continues to rise slowly .
On the condition of anonymity , an official said” The water continues to rise slowly and is constantly monitored . There is no reason to worry as of now. The water continues to show a rise on a continuous rise ” The slow rise of water has been caused by a ride of high waves caused by the heavy rainfall the city received on Wednesday. While an orange alert was issued for Wednesday, the Indian Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a yellow alert for Thursday & Friday. Along with this many areas might receive heavy rainfall till July 29.
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Many areas faced waterlogging further causing traffic and delays in daily commute. The most affect areas included Rajghat, India Gate, Mandi House, ITO, Yamuna Bazar, Geeta colony , Shahdra among others. Roads close to Mahipalpur, ITO, Dhaula Kuan continue to face traffic congestion. Many commuters shifted to metro services ditching their personal vehicles to avoid further delay.
