#prayeralert: Floodwaters threaten 400,000 lives in eastern IndiaLaura Gish - 6 Aug 2014

More than 400,000 people in eastern India face the risk of a flood.

Heavy rains in the region triggered a landslide that created a mud dam blocking the Sunkoshi River. Neighboring country Nepal was trying to blast its way through the landside — which could have unleashed a surge of water across Bihar. Due to thousands of lives being threatened in this densely populated region of India, they have decided against the blasts. But the threat of more landslides and floods continues as the monsoons persist.

So far, 44,000 people have been evacuated. Many residents are unwilling to leave as authorities attempt to evacuate the danger zones. They have had to force some out of their homes to ensure their safety. Water levels in these areas have already risen above the danger mark. 

Pray for Bihar and other affected regions:

•    Pray for the residents. Ask God to protect those who are still in Bihar. Pray that if danger continues to increase, residents will evacuate quickly and safely. 

•    Pray authorities are able to keep their citizens well informed and protected from the situation.

•    May God’s Word go forth in the nation of India. Ask God to bring His light to this nation. 

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