NEW DELHI: The Yamuna receded further to marginally above the danger mark on Sunday, giving respite to the government and the affected people. While flood waters receded in Civil Lines in the north and several areas in the southeast, there was not much respite in Guru Tegh Bahadur Nagar and Mukherjee Nagar in northwest Delhi.

Water Level at Old Yamuna Bridge Decreases

The water level at the Old Yamuna Bridge was 205.56 meters at 8pm, down over 3m from its peak of 208.66m on July 13.

“The level is likely to fall below the danger mark of 205.33 early on Monday,” said a central water commission official.

Though water released from the Hathnikund barrage increased slightly on Sunday afternoon, officials said it may not have much impact unless there are very heavy rains in the hills.

Efforts to Clear Waterlogged Pockets

While government agencies worked hard to clear waterlogged pockets and make roads motorable again a day before the new week, the receding waters have left mounds of silt, along with stench and the possibility of infection.

Lack of drinking water and food has emerged as the new threat for people returning to their homes.

Watch Drone Visuals of Delhi Floods

River Yamuna flowing just a few inches below the highest flood level in Delhi. Watch the drone visuals here.

Summary:

  • The Yamuna river in Delhi has receded to marginally above the danger mark, providing relief to the government and affected people.
  • Flood waters have receded in some areas, but Guru Tegh Bahadur Nagar and Mukherjee Nagar are still facing waterlogging.
  • The water level at the Old Yamuna Bridge has decreased to 205.56 meters, and it is expected to fall below the danger mark soon.
  • Efforts are being made to clear waterlogged areas, but the receding waters have left behind silt and the possibility of infection.
  • Lack of drinking water and food has become a new threat for people returning to their homes.
  • Drone visuals of the Delhi floods can be watched here.

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