All 56 gates of Koshi Barrage opened, signaling danger
As of Saturday at 8:45 AM, the water flow in the Koshi River was measured at an astounding 419,000 cubic feet per second.
KATHMANDU: All 56 gates of the Koshi Barrage, situated at the confluence of Sunsari and Saptari districts, have been opened.
This decision was made in response to the alarming rise in water levels in the Koshi River, attributed to continuous heavy rainfall in the region.
Sunsari District Police Spokesperson Nabin Krishna Bhandari said that the water current at the river was measured at 381,840 cusecs per second at 7:00 am and at 48,481,285 cusecs per second at 8:00 am this morning.
The water level in the river is being continuously monitored since the eastern region has been received very heavy rainfall for the past few days.
The Saptakosi Water Measurement Center has said that the water level has reached above the danger point.
As a result, there is an increased risk of river flooding in some areas of Udayapur and Sunsari.
In light of the escalating situation, a red alert has been issued as a warning sign for possible flooding.
The Sunsari District Administration has advised residents to refrain from unnecessary travel and movement, emphasizing the importance of safety in these precarious conditions.
Meanwhile, Chief District Officer of Sunsari Ramchandra Tiwari has urged the people living around the coastal areas to remain cautious.
