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Vadodara receives rain relief, schools closed Friday
Vadodara, a city in India, recently received some much-needed rain.
This rain helped fill up Ajwa Lake, which is the main source of drinking water for the city.
Because of the rain, the city's leaders decided to close all schools on Friday to keep everyone safe.
They also set up special teams with drones and sensors to watch the weather and water levels.
Even though there was some rain, the leaders said there was no need to worry about water supply.
Some people might still be worried, but the government is making sure everything is okay.
Vadodara received 9 mm of rain on Thursday, totaling 17 mm over three days.
Ajwa Reservoir, the primary drinking water source, reached a level of 207.85 feet.
All schools in Vadodara will remain closed on Friday, July 24.
The VMC activated its Smart City Command and Control Centre for disaster management.
Residents are assured that there is no reason to panic about the water supply.
- Who
- Vadodara Municipal Corporation, residents of Vadodara
- What
- Rainfall brings relief to Vadodara's water reserves, schools closed on Friday
- Where
- Vadodara, India
- When
- Thursday, July 23, 2020; schools closed on Friday, July 24, 2020
- Why
- To ensure safety and preparedness during heavy rainfall and to replenish water reserves
Residents' Concerns
Government Assurance
Water Supply
Residents' Concerns
Residents may still worry about water supply despite the recent rainfall.
Government Assurance
The government assures that the water level in Ajwa Reservoir is sufficient for drinking water supply.
Key facts
- Rainfall
- 9 mm on Thursday, 17 mm over three days
- Ajwa Reservoir Level
- 207.85 feet
- School Closure
- Friday, July 24
- Disaster Management
- Drones, water-level sensors, rain gauges
- Civic Administration
- Vadodara Municipal Corporation



