A potentially tragic situation was narrowly averted on Tuesday when a sudden surge in water flow at the Gidhkada Waterfall in Dapur, Navapur taluka, left several tourists stranded mid-stream. Thanks to the bravery and quick thinking of local youths from Kakarpada village, all trapped tourists were rescued safely using a bamboo pole in a daring human chain effort.
The Gidhkada Waterfall, nestled along the Rangawali River, is a popular monsoon getaway, attracting large crowds from across Maharashtra and neighboring Gujarat. However, the very charm of the monsoon turned into a moment of panic as water levels rose abruptly due to heavy upstream rainfall.
A video from the rescue shows a group of stranded tourists being pulled one by one across the gushing muddy waters, clutching onto a long bamboo stick held steady by rescuers. The strong currents made the operation risky, but teamwork and courage won the day.
This incident is a stark reminder of the dangers posed by sudden flash floods during monsoon. Authorities have urged tourists to exercise caution, avoid venturing too close to rivers and waterfalls, and check weather updates before planning such trips.
Locals are now calling for better signage, warning systems, and perhaps even trained rescue volunteers at popular natural sites during the rainy season to prevent such life-threatening episodes in the future.
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