Maharashtra: Man Swept Away While Attempting to Cross Flooded Bridge, Caught on Video
Heavy rainfall in Maharashtra's Yavatmal district has caused rivers to overflow, submerging several bridges and creating hazardous conditions. On Sunday afternoon, a young man attempted to cross the Pus River bridge on the Digras road, but the forceful current swept him away before he could make it across.
Eyewitnesses saw the incident unfold but were unable to intervene due to the dangerous water flow. The young man can be seen in a video, captured by a bystander, desperately trying to cross the river before ultimately being swept away by the current. The video has since gone viral on social media.
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Rescue operations are currently underway to locate the missing man. The heavy rainfall in Yavatmal has led to flood-like conditions in various parts of the district, exacerbating the situation.
The impact of the rain is not limited to Yavatmal alone; surrounding areas are also facing severe weather, with rising water levels in rivers and streams causing widespread flooding. The torrential rain has also resulted in significant damage to crops, further disrupting the lives of residents in the region.