Bhubaneswar, Oct. 31 -- Fire Services personnel rescued five employees trapped inside a gold loan office in Aska and two deer swept away by floodwaters in Ganjam district amid the ongoing flood situation.

The five employees were reportedly stranded for more than 36 hours inside the office near Laxmi Bazaar in Aska. A rescue team evacuated them safely after they sought help through the 112 helpline.

After receiving the distress call, the Fire Services Department formed a team to carry out the rescue operation. Firefighters reached the office and brought all five employees to safety with the help of ropes and life jackets.

The employees had remained trapped inside the office for over 36 hours as floodwaters surrounded the area. The rescu...