Continuous heavy rainfall has led to backwaters from Sonegaon Lake flooding into nearby residential areas, leaving houses submerged and residents in distress. Waterlogging in several lanes and societies has not only damaged household belongings but also created severe inconvenience for families. Many residents were forced to leave their homes and take shelter with relatives or in safer places.
Residents reported that water began entering their homes late at night, giving them little time to save their belongings. Furniture, electrical appliances, and essential items were soaked.
People spent sleepless nights trying to drain water out, but the situation worsened as water levels rose to knee-deep height in several areas.
Along with waterlogging, residents are also facing the danger of snakes and poisonous insects entering their homes. Families, especially with children and elderly members, are living in fear.Several
Several have shifted temporarily to safer places until the water recedes.
Local citizens have demanded that authorities take urgent measures to reduce water levels in Sonegaon Lake. They allege that without timely intervention, flooding will continue to damage property and threaten lives during every heavy rainfall. Not just indoors, but even the streets and compounds outside houses are waterlogged. Residents say vehicles are submerged, and movement has become almost impossible. Drainage systems have failed to handle the excess water, worsening the crisis.
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