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Rapid rise in water level of River Ravi observed 

Floodwater is expected to reach the railway bridge site in the next 10 to 12 hours.

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Rapid rise in water level of River Ravi observed 
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Lahore: The water flow in River Ravi has significantly increased as the water level rises higher than the previous day.

It is expected that the floodwater will reach the railway bridge site within the next 10-12 hours.

A wave of water had already reached the location, causing a rise in the water level.

Rescue and Civil Defence teams are present to cope with the emergency situation.

According to the Chief Minister of Punjab, Mohsin Naqvi, there is no immediate danger of a flood in River Ravi.

Evacuation is underway toward safer areas for the populations residing along the banks of the river.

On the other hand, following the water aggression from India, floodwater from River Chenab is passing through the railway bridge at Chiniot, where the water level has reached a record-breaking 162,000 cusecs.

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