Don't panic, remain alert over increased water levels in rivers: J&K admin

Srinagar, Aug 28 (IANS) The Jammu and Kashmir administration has advised people in the valley not to panic but to be cautious in the wake of increased water levels in rivers caused by incessant rains over the last two days.

An official statement said the general public is being informed that due to continuous rains over the last two days the water level in the Jhelum river and its tributaries has increased.

At Sangam, the level is now coming down and is at 15.95 ft at present as against the danger level of 21 feet.

While the gauge level at Ram Munshibagh is presently 15.77 ft against the danger level of 18 ft, the level of Ram Munshibagh, Srinagar is likely to increase as the peak discharge from South Kashmir will reach Srinagar and move further towards the north.

As per the statement issued by the Irrigation and Flood Control Department, the weather forecast is favourable and the water levels are expected to come down.

The statement said that in case of any emergency the people should contact the Irrigation and Flood Control Department and the district administration.