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Story summary
- The Ganges River rose about 75 cm above its extreme danger level, triggering flooding around Malda, West Bengal.
- The flooding has killed three people.
- Over 100 boats have been dispatched to evacuate residents from flooded areas.
- The East Basudevpur embankment collapse narrowed the channel from 550 ft to under 150 ft.
- Officials warn the narrowed channel could cause further flooding unless repaired promptly.