Vadodara Rain Alert: The city of Vadodara in Gujarat is currently experiencing heavy floods, leading to serious concerns about the possibility of more rain in the coming days. The preparations for the traditional Garba dance have been significantly disrupted due to the adverse weather conditions. Numerous areas within the city have been inundated as a result of heavy rainfall on Sunday afternoon, with the Alkapuri underpass having to be closed off to traffic.

Ahmedabad: Before the start of Navratri in Gujarat, heavy rainfall has once again hit the city of Vadodara. On Sunday, the downpour began around 1 pm, leading to flooding in areas such as Raopura, Subhanpura, Ajwa Road, and Alkapuri within just an hour and a half. The underpass at Alkapuri near Vadodara railway station had to be closed due to waterlogging, affecting traffic in the area. Additionally, the heavy rains disrupted the city bus service and inundated many Garba grounds, which were being prepared for the upcoming Navratri festival scheduled to begin on October 3.

The water level of the Vishwamitri River has risen again

The recent heavy rainfall in Vadodara and its surrounding areas has once again raised concerns about water levels. Following the rains, the level of Ajwa Sarovar rose to 212.85 meters, marking a significant increase. Additionally, the water level of the Vishwamitri River, which flows through the city, has also experienced a notable rise due to the continuous rainfall. Over the past two days, Vadodara has faced persistent rainfall, and the situation worsened significantly due to torrential rains on Sunday afternoon. As a result, the water drainage system failed in several areas, leading to heightened concerns about potential flooding and infrastructure challenges.

The Meteorological Department has issued an alert

The Meteorological Department has issued an alert indicating the likelihood of heavy rains and lightning in various areas of Gujarat state, specifically Anand, Botad, Kheda, and Vadodara districts. Wind speeds during this time are expected to range from 40-60 km per hour, with a potential rainfall rate of up to 15 mm per hour.