Archive · 29 Jul 2026
Flood Situation Worsens in Odisha's Balasore District
In Odisha, India, the rivers Budhabalanga and Jalaka have overflowed, causing severe flooding in Balasore District.
Many villages and roads are underwater, making it hard for people to move around or get help.
The government is watching the situation closely and is ready to evacuate people if needed.
The rivers are higher than their danger levels, and more flooding is possible.
Flood conditions worsened in Odisha's Balasore district as Budhabalanga and Jalaka rivers breached danger levels.
Low-lying areas, villages, and agricultural land were inundated, disrupting road connectivity.
Budhabalanga River reached 8.66 metres, above its danger level of 8.13 metres.
Jalaka River at Mathani in Basta block crossed its danger mark, flowing at 6.51 metres.
District officials are monitoring vulnerable areas and preparing for possible evacuations.
- Who
- Residents of Balasore District, Odisha
- What
- Flooding due to overflowing Budhabalanga and Jalaka rivers
- When
- Wednesday
- Where
- Balasore District, Odisha, India
- Why
- Rivers breached danger levels due to heavy rainfall
Government Response
Local Residents
Emergency Preparedness
Government Response
The district administration has sounded a high alert and is monitoring the situation closely.
Local Residents
Residents are concerned about the rising water levels and the potential for further inundation.
- Location
- Balasore District, Odisha, India
- Affected Rivers
- Budhabalanga, Jalaka
- Current Water Level (Budhabalanga)
- 8.66 metres
- Danger Level (Budhabalanga)
- 8.13 metres
- Current Water Level (Jalaka)
- 6.51 metres
- Danger Level (Jalaka)
- 6.50 metres
- Affected Areas
- Balasore Sadar, Remuna blocks, Gujuri Bazaar
- Emergency Response
- High alert, monitoring vulnerable areas, preparing for possible evacuations