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Floods

Disaster watch · Flood

Rising water, rising risk

Move to higher ground early; do not wait for the water
Never walk or drive through flood water
Switch off power and gas before leaving

Over 40 million hectares of India (about 12% of its land) is prone to floods and river erosion.

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Floods

Safety guide

Overflow of water onto normally dry land from heavy rain, river overflow, dam release or blocked drains.

Most frequentFloods are India's most frequent natural disaster, peaking in the June–September monsoon.

Before

Know if your area is flood-prone and the way to higher ground
Keep documents and medicines in waterproof bags
Move electrical appliances and valuables to a higher level

During

Move to higher ground immediately when told to evacuate
Never walk or drive through moving water; 15 cm can knock you down
Switch off electricity and gas at the main

After

Drink only boiled or treated water
Avoid floodwater; it may be contaminated or electrically charged
Disinfect the house and watch for snakes