The Department of Meteorology and Hydrology has announced that the water level of the Ayeyarwady River may rise by one and a half to three feet above its current level in eight towns throughout March.

According to the forecast, the water level is expected to increase by one and a half to three feet in Myitkyina, Bhamo, Shwegu, Katha, Thabeikkyin, Mandalay, Sagaing, and Myinmu. Additionally, in Pakokku, Nyaung-U, Chauk, Minbu, Magway, Aunglan, Pyay, and Seiktha, a similar rise is anticipated. In Hinthada and Zalun, the water level may rise by half a foot to one foot above the current level.

Similarly, the Chindwin River is expected to rise by half a foot to one foot in Khamti, Homalin, Phongpyin, Mawlaik, Kalewa, Minkin, Kani, and Monywa.

For other rivers across the country: The Duthawaddy River may rise by one to one and a half feet in Shwesayan and Myitnge. The Sittaung River may rise by half a foot to one and a half feet in Taungoo and Madauk. The Shwekyin River may rise by half a foot in Shwekyin. The Bago River may rise by one and a half feet in Bago. The Thanlwin River may rise by one foot in Hpa-an. The Thaungyin River may rise by half a foot in Myawaddy. The Ngawan River may rise by half a foot to one and a half feet in Ngathaingchaung, Thabaung, and Pathein. The Toe River is expected to rise by half a foot in Maubin, while the Bilin River may rise by half a foot in Bilin.

Meanwhile, some rivers are expected to experience slight decreases in water levels: The Myittha River may fall by half a foot in Kalay. The Duthawaddy River may fall by half a foot in Thipaw. The Bago River may fall by half a foot in Zaungtu.

The Department of Meteorology and Hydrology continues to monitor river levels and advises residents in affected areas to stay informed about any further updates.