Rudraprayag, Sept. 6 -- Continuous rains have been reported in Rudraprayag town and other hilly areas of the district, with skies covered with dense clouds.

Due to the rains, water flow in the Alaknanda and Mandakini rivers has increased and is nearing the warning level, prompting authorities to issue an alert for people living in vulnerable areas.

The administration has urged residents living along the riverbanks to remain cautious and avoid going near rivers, streams and other water channels amid the prevailing weather conditions.

The Rudraprayag district administration in Uttarakhand remains on high alert and several small and large glacial lakes located in the high-altitude areas of the district, including Kedarnath and Madhyamahes...