NEW DELHI: India's left-arm spinner, Radha Yadav, experienced a harrowing situation on Wednesday as heavy rains caused severe flooding in Vadodara, Gujarat. Trapped due to the rising water levels after the Vishwamitri river breached its banks, Yadav was rescued by the National Disaster Response Force (NDRF).
Yadav detailed her ordeal on Instagram with a video showcasing the NDRF's efforts to rescue stranded individuals using boats to navigate the flooded streets. Yadav wrote in her post, "We are stuck in a very bad situation. Thank you so much #NDRF for rescuing us."
The video shared by Yadav depicted scenes of submerged buildings, roads, and vehicles, illustrating the extent of the flooding. NDRF personnel could be seen transporting residents to safety amidst the deluge.
The flooding in Vadodara has severely impacted many low-lying areas following the overflow of the Vishwamitri river. Yadav's experience highlights the gravity of the situation in Gujarat, where several cities are facing flood-like conditions due to continuous rainfall.
Amidst the crisis, former India all-rounder Irfan Pathan also took to social media to advise residents of Vadodara to remain indoors for their safety. He tweeted, "Stay safe, Baroda. Flooding is widespread, so please stay indoors for your own safety."
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a forecast for more extremely heavy rains in isolated parts of Saurashtra on Thursday, indicating that the situation may persist for some time.
