Bihar on Alert as Major Rivers Swell Following Heavy Rains, All 69 Gates of Sone Barrage Opened
Authorities opened all 69 gates of the Sone Barrage as the Kosi, Gandak and other rivers rose above danger marks, officials said.
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Hindustan TimesBihar on alert as major rivers swell following heavy rains, all 69 gates of Sone Barrage opened
Heavy rainfall in Bihar has led to swollen river levels in the last day. Notable rivers such as the Kosi and Gandak have surpassed danger thresholds in multiple areas. To control water discharge, authorities have activated all 69 gates of the Sone Barrage. Residents from vulnerable regions are being relocated to safer grounds, while all relevant departments stay vigilant in response to the flood crisis.
Bihar floods: All 69 gates of Sone Barrage opened as major rivers cross danger mark
Incessant rains have battered Bihar, causing major rivers to rise above danger levels. Authorities have opened all gates of the Sone Barrage to manage the flood situation. Low-lying areas have seen residents relocated to safer locations by district administrations. Light to moderate rain was recorded across numerous districts since September 1. Flood-like conditions have emerged in several affected districts, officials confirmed.
The monsoon is in a strong position in Bihar. Several districts have been experiencing intermittent rain for the past two days. The Meteorological Department has issued an orange alert for heavy rain in 12 districts today. The weather is expected to remain normal in the remaining 26 districts, including Patna. Cloudy skies are expected in many districts, with strong winds up to 50 kmph possible during this time. This will bring relief from the h…
Flood situation worsens across Bihar as major rivers rise – The Indian Awaaz
Last Updated on September 3, 2026 12:21 am by INDIAN AWAAZ AMN The flood situation in Bihar continues to remain grim. After the Ganga, Gandak and Kosi rivers, the rising water level of the Son River has now affected several areas of North, Central and South Bihar. Our correspondent reports that Floodwaters from the Ganga have spread into low-lying areas of several districts, including Bhagalpur, Khagaria, Samastipur, Patna, Buxar, Bhojpur and Va…
Bihar Flood Alert: The threat of floods is steadily increasing in Bihar. After the Ganga and Gandak, the Son River is now in spate. The Son's water flow has reached 525,000 cusecs. In many places, the rivers are above the danger mark, and erosion is worsening the situation. The post Flood threat rising in Bihar, after the Ganga and Gandak, the Son also overflows, 56 gates opened, causing devastation in many areas appeared first on Prabhat Khabar.
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