Authorities in Odisha's Balasore and Mayurbhanj districts have launched a massive evacuation drive in low-lying areas, officials said Sunday, as water in Subarnarekha and Baitarani – the two major rivers flowing through the region – breached the danger mark at many places.
As many as 58 rescue teams comprising personnel of the NDRF, ODRAF and Fire Service were deployed in Balasore and Mayurbahnj districts, Special Relief Commissioner Pradeep K. Jena said, adding similar arrangements were also being made in adjoining districts of Bhadrak and Jajpur.
Also Read | Odisha declares 15-day relief for flood-hit population in five coastal districts
