Water level recedes in Koshi Barrage but still is above risk level

Inaruwa (Sunsari), Oct 6: The water level of the Saptakoshi River has gradually decreased today as torrential rainfall stopped in the region.  

Superintendent of the Armed Police Force Nepal, Nirmal Thapa, said that the water flow at the Koshi Barrage was 435,305 cubic meters per second at 6:00 in the morning today. 

The water flow had exceeded 533,500 cubic meters per second last night. Now, the water level in the river is on the decreasing trend. Currently, all 56 gates have been opened, said Thapa. 

Continuous monitoring of the river's water level is currently in progress. It is said that a red light has been activated at the Koshi Barrage as a warning signal, and red flags have been installed as a signal of risk, as the water level has surpassed the risk level.  (RSS)