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Chandigarh, August 19, 2019: Due to breach in the Dhusi bandh flood water entered village Bholewal Kadim, which falls under Police Station Phillaur at around 4 am today. Another breach was detected near Phillaur where the water is flowing at a rapid speed.
Water also entered village Meowal, which falls under police station Bilga, Jalandhar. It is feared that the flood water will affect the nearby villages of Mienwal, Mau Sahib, Puadra, Sangowal, Burj Hassan and Bhullar.
Senior officers, including the DC and SSP, in the district administration are on the way to assess the situation. Police, Army and NDRF teams have reached the spot and started rescue operations.
No loss of life has been reported.