Shwekyin 5 August

According to the measurement of this morning, the water level of Sittaung River and Shwekyin River near Shwekyin, Bago Region has reached above the danger level.

The danger level of Sittaung River is 1070 cm and the danger level of Shwekyin River is 700 cm. Now, this morning, the water level of Sittaung River is 1160 cm and the water level of Shwekyin River is 753 cm. Accordingly, the low-lying areas and houses along the Sittaung River in Shwekyin are encountering inundation. In consequence of the flooding, arrangements are being made to open rescue camps. Tun Tun Zaw (IPRD)

Translated by Suyee