18 youths saved from floodwaters of Penna River in Nellore

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As numerous as 18 children were caught in floodwaters of Penna river near Bhagat Singh Colony in Nellore. According to the authorities, they entered into the middle of the river at an island-like location to have some enjoyable on Monday night at around 5.30 p.m. They were caught in the river when the floodwaters surrounded them unexpectedly by 7.30 p.m.

Based upon details from regional leaders, the RDO and Nawabpet (Two-Town) authorities instantly reacted and started rescue operations. Minister Ponguru Narayana likewise asked from the authorities about the information of the event. Under the guidance of SP Ajitha Vejendla, the authorities of Police, Fire and Revenue departments released a joint operation by 8 p.m.

Observing the cops groups, the youths were at first terrified and began running towards the river water. The authorities have actually asked them not to panic. The Irrigation department personnel closed the flood gates to decrease the water circulation. Nawabpet CI Venugopal Rao and his group climbed up down from centre of the bridge into the river through rope ladder to assist the children.

By Tuesday morning 3 a.m., all of them were saved from the river.