Hyderabad, July 31 -- A second danger warning was issued for the Godavari River at Bhadrachalam in Bhadradri Kothagudem district as water levels reached 48 feet at 3:48 pm on Friday, July 31. The first warning had been issued at 10:14 am when the level rose to 43 feet.

District Collector Ankit inspected the flood situation with the Superintendent of Police Rohit Raju and Bhadrachalam Sub-Collector Mrinal Shrestha at the Vista Complex, Karakatta, Godavari Bathing Ghats, and Bhadrachalam Main Road.

The collector instructed the officials to continue strict surveillance in the danger areas, not allow people to enter Godavari, and to take necessary safety measures by reviewing the condition of the roads from time to time.

A flood flow of 11...