Bhopal (Madhya Pradesh): Heavy rain continued to affect several parts of Madhya Pradesh, leading to waterlogging, overflowing rivers and dangerous road conditions.
Videos from different districts showed vehicles getting trapped in strong water currents, while local people stepped in to rescue those caught in the rising water.
Car Swept Away In Dindori, Three Men Swim To Safety
In Shahpura area of Dindori district, a car got trapped while trying to cross an overflowing river after heavy rain. As the water level rose, the vehicle started drifting with the strong current.
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The three men inside acted quickly by opening the doors and getting out before the car was completely submerged.
Since all three knew how to swim, they managed to fight the strong current and safely reached the riverbank, narrowly escaping a major tragedy.
Narmada River swells in Madhya Pradesh's Dindori after heavy rainfall.
Woman's Scooter Trapped In Waterlogged Road
In another incident, a woman riding a scooter got stranded after entering a heavily waterlogged road. A video showed the scooter almost submerged in the flooded street as local residents rushed to help.
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People pulled the woman to safety and later worked together to remove her scooter from the water.
Bike Swept Away While Crossing Overflowing Causeway
In another part of the state, a young man was swept away along with his motorcycle while trying to cross an overflowing causeway over the Jhalda Khal stream on the evening of July 2.
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The rider managed to come out safely after being carried some distance by the strong current, but his motorcycle was washed away in the floodwater.
Waterlogging In Ujjain
Heavy rain also caused waterlogging in several parts of Ujjain, while the water level of the Shipra River rose due to continuous rainfall. Several roads remained flooded, making it difficult for people and vehicles to move.
Administration Issues Warning
Following these incidents, the administration urged people not to cross overflowing rivers, streams or submerged causeways during heavy rain. Officials warned that water levels can rise suddenly, and strong currents can easily sweep away vehicles, putting lives at risk.
