Gandak surges 22 cm above historic high, embankment breaches raise alarm in Bihar

Patna, Oct 1 (UNI) The Gandak River has breached its historic flood-level record in Bihar, rising 22 cms above its previous highest flood level and putting intense pressure on embankments in several areas. Official sources said here on Thursday that the flood situation has turned critical in parts of Saran and Muzaffarpur, where erosion has led to breaches in embankments at Panapur and Sahebganj, respectively. The situation is expected to remain sensitive for the next 48 hours amid continued pressure on the river system. According to the Gandak Flash Flood Report issued by the Bihar Water Resources Department today, heavy…