more-inThe flood-rescue operations have reached its final leg in Alappuzha district. 97% of the population in Pandanad has already been rescued,” Mr. Sudhakaran told reporters on Sunday. A total of 250 houseboats, 130 motorboats, 50 speed boats, barges, and jhankars have been used in the rescue mission. The rescue operation is likely to be completed by Monday,” Mr. Surendran said. Four arrestedThe police have arrested four houseboat owners in Alappuzha who had refused to provide their boats for rescue work.

Source: The Hindu August 19, 2018 17:48 UTC