Incessant rains driven by the depression have thrown normal life out of gear here since Tuesday. The water levels of the rivers are increasing. Except Jalka, water levels of all other rivers are, however, below the danger marks.
The rains coupled with power load shedding have added to woes of the denizens of the district. People are facing frequent and prolonged power failures and drinking water supply disruption.
The average rainfall of the district in last 24 hours was 64.73 mm with
Khaira block recording the highest of 107 mm. Baleswar town recorded 97 mm.