Heavy rains in Maharashtra claim 10 lives within 48 hours, over 11,000 rescued

At least 10 people lost their lives in rain-related incidents across Maharashtra in over 48 hours, officials said on Sunday, adding more than 11,800 people have been rescued from flood-affected areas till late.

According to the State Disaster Management Department, four deaths were reported in Nashik district, including three due to a house collapse. Two deaths each occurred in Dharashiv and Ahilyanagar, while one each was reported in Jalna and Yavatmal districts. The inflow into the Jayakwadi dam on Godavari River in Marathwada surged, prompting authorities to open all gates. Nearly 7,000 people were evacuated in Paithan of Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar, where Harsul Circle recorded 196 mm rains in 24 hours. Heavy rains also lashed Beed, Nanded and Parbhani districts.

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