Like other natural disasters, floods are a natural disaster.
When there is a rapid abnormal increase in the flow of the river due to specific reasons, the excess water spreads on both the banks of the river and the water stays stagnant for a while is called "river flood".
In the northeastern states of India, the problem of floods arises every year.
The Brahmaputra and Kosi rivers are frequently flooded.
Due to excess rainfall in Upstream, floods from Narmada, Godavari, Tapi, Krishna and Kaveri rivers remain a problem.
Frequent floods also occur in Punjab, Haryana and Himachal Pradesh.
When there is a sudden increase in rainfall in the catchment area of the river, the dam gates are opened immediately as the dam surface rises.
This creates man-made flood conditions in low-lying areas.
Precautions to take before a flood:
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Move all the valuables of the house to the same safe place.
So as not to cause damage from flood water.
Turn off water, sewer as well as electricity connections.
Avoid traveling from flooded areas and from the Lower Bridge over the river if traveling.
In case of going to a safe place, park our vehicles in a suitable safe place with elevation.
What to do during and after floods?
Keep in touch with radio, TV, internet and newspapers.
If you have to relocate, first take with you personal valuable documents and life-saving drugs.
Give the address of the place you are going to the DMT worker in your area.
Do not venture into unfamiliar waters.
What to do after a flood.
Do not enter deep and unfamiliar waters.
Spraying disinfectant in stagnant dirty water.
Know the condition of the house; don't take the risk of living if it is not habitable.
It is not safe to stay indoors if the house is full of water.