The recent floods in Assam have claimed two more lives in Karimganj district, raising the death toll to 93, as reported by the Assam State Disaster Management Authority (ASDMA). Despite slight improvements in the situation, approximately 598,000 people across 18 districts continue to grapple with the effects of the floods.
Cachar district remains the most afflicted, affecting 115,900 residents, followed by Dhubri with 81,497, and Nagaon with 76,012. Other heavily impacted districts include Goalpara, Dhemaji, Golaghat, and Sivasagar.
Floodwaters have submerged 1,342 villages within 52 revenue circles, causing extensive damage to 25,367.61 hectares of crop areas. Major rivers, such as the Brahmaputra, Burhidihing, and Disang, are still flowing above the danger level mark.
Over 58,000 displaced individuals are currently taking shelter in 172 relief camps and distribution centers spread across 13 districts. The floods have also affected 283,712 domestic animals, with 232 reported washed away in just the last 24 hours.
The floods have caused significant infrastructure damage, with 161 houses completely destroyed and another 6,663 partially damaged. Further, 13 roads have been washed away.
Kaziranga National Park has suffered heavily, losing 196 animals, including 10 rhinos. Authorities have rescued 143 animals, including two rhino calves and two elephant calves, while 26 forest camps remain submerged.
As floodwaters begin to recede, authorities are diligently working to provide relief and assess the widespread damage from this natural disaster.
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