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Assam flood affected count rises to 5.6 lakh
The Indian Express··23 Jul
Assam State Disaster Management Authority estimates show people affected by floods rose from 3.6 lakh on Monday to 5.6 lakh on Tuesday. In Nazira, Sivasagar district, Prasanta Borthakur's family spent sleepless night perched on chairs as water entered their home. NDRF evacuated them Monday morning. Residents said the village went underwater, with many sheltering on rooftops or trees.
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What It Means For You
- Rising flood numbers may trigger expanded relief and evacuation operations.
- Assam residents in low-lying areas face prolonged displacement risks.
- Disaster response capacity is tested as affected counts surge rapidly.
What's Happening
- Flood-affected population rose from 3.6 lakh to 5.6 lakh in Assam.
- NDRF evacuated families by boat in Nazira, Sivasagar district.
- Residents reported entire villages underwater with shelter on rooftops.
Monsoon Flood Surge
- Water entered homes in Rajapul despite being the area's highest house.
- Borthakur's 95-year-old father reported unprecedented flooding levels.
- Rapid rise between Monday and Tuesday signals deteriorating conditions.
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