Patiala, September 1:
In light of the current rainfall and IMD prediction, Deputy Commissioner Patiala, Dr. Preeti Yadav, has issued an advisory to residents of the district. She cautioned that local drains, ponds, and Ghaggar, Gangri and Markanda and other rivers are swollen, and urged people to avoid using kachcha rastas or temporary roads, especially near water bodies, and to refrain from unnecessary travel.
She also appealed to the public not to stand on or near bridges and swollen water bodies & channels for taking pictures or leisure walks, and advised against taking animals or herds close to riverbanks.
Dr. Preeti Yadav said that an alert has been issued for the next three days, during which the District Administration is monitoring the situation round-the-clock and issuing timely alerts wherever required. “Our teams are stationed at vulnerable points of river channels and villages across the district. There is no need to panic, but precautionary measures are essential,” she added.
The Deputy Commissioner further informed that timely alerts and updates will continue to be issued by the District Administration. For emergencies or to share information, residents may contact the control room numbers: 0175-2350550 & 2358550.
