In view of heavy rains and increase in water levels in River Chenab and other nullahs, people are advised to stay away from banks of water bodies. Also keep their children away. Issued in public interest: DC Ramban

Authorities have sounded an alert asking people to remain cautious after rise in water level in Chenab river following nightlong rainfall.

An official told the media that the water level of Chenab, recorded at 09:15 AM, was at the danger mark level.

He said that due to nightlong rainfall in the Jammu province, all the tributries feeding water to Chenab got flooded.

He added that at 08:15 AM, the water level in Chenab river was 32 feet which increased to 35 feet at 09:15 AM.

The official further informed that alert mark for water level in the river is 32 feet while 35 feet is danger mark, at which the river is flowing currently.

Meanwhile, administration has issued helpline numbers for any assistance and also asked the people to stay cautious.