Archive · 31 Jul 2026
Jalgaon Floods: Heavy Rain, Dam Gates Open, One Dead
Heavy rain fell in Jalgaon district for two days, making the rivers overflow and causing floods.
The Hatnur Dam opened many gates to let water out, and other dams also released water.
One person died and another is missing.
Three family members were hurt by electricity.
The district warned people to stay safe and not cross flooded roads.
Torrential rain in Jalgaon district caused widespread flooding, killing one person and leaving another missing.
Hatnur Dam on the Tapi River opened 41 gates, releasing 3.5 lakh cusecs of water to manage rising river levels.
Girna Dam and Anjani Dam also released water, with Girna at 97% capacity and 2,500 cusecs discharged.
Three family members were injured by electrocution during the floods and are receiving treatment.
District authorities issued flood alerts, urged residents to stay vigilant, and warned against crossing flooded roads and bridges.
- Who
- District Collector Rohan Ghuge and local authorities
- What
- Floods caused by heavy rain, with dam gates opened to control water
- When
- Friday, the second consecutive day of heavy rainfall
- Where
- Jalgaon district, Maharashtra, India
- Why
- Torrential rainfall led to river overflow and dam releases
- Location
- Jalgaon district, Maharashtra, India
- Fatalities
- 1
- Missing
- 1
- Dam Gates Opened
- 41 at Hatnur Dam
- Water Released
- 3.5 lakh cusecs