Thread by @sdcfoundationuk

Once again, #Assam is badly hit by the floods. Despite an annual happening, the NE state has struggled to minimize the impact of floods on human life and property. We dedicate our #SundayThread to understand and share about #AssamFloods. We care about Assam!
PC: AIR Assam

Various news reports states that in more than 22 of its 33 districts, more than 13 lakh people have been affected. A report by NDTV states that more than 35 people have died till date by flood & related incidents.

PC: Financial Express

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@News18India reports that Barpeta is the worst affected district with nearly 8.60 lakh people impacted by the floodwater, South Salmara is the second in line with 1.95 lakh people, Goalpara is next with 94,000 persons and Morigaon with plus 62,000 people.

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The #Brahmaputra, the prominent river in the state along with its tributaries, Dhansiri, Jia Bharali, and Kopili are reportedly flowing above the danger level.

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PC: DNA India

The #flood has not only affected human lives but animals too. Nearly 80% area of the #KazirangaNationalPark which is spread over 430 sq km is flooded with water. @htTweets reports that 25 animals have died due to various causes including drowning.

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PC: KNP

Relief Measures:

#PrimeMinister, assuring the full support to the state of Assam in the flood crisis has sanctioned Rs. 2 lakh each from Prime Minister's National Relief Fund for those killed in the deluge.

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