Nagpur: After three days of relentless downpour, rains took a significant pause across most parts of Vidarbha on Friday, providing a much-needed breather to residents. The skies largely remained dry on July 11, helping water levels recede and enabling relief operations to pick up pace in flood-affected areas.In Nagpur, which witnessed incessant rain between July 7 and 9 leading to waterlogging in several localities, the municipal corporation swung into action to prevent outbreak of waterborne and vector-borne diseases. NMC officials began extensive surveys in areas resembling flood-affected zones.So far, the health department has surveyed 1,762 houses across 10 zones, including Laxminagar, Dharampeth, Hanuman Nagar, Dhantoli, Nehru Nagar, Gandhibagh, Satranjipura, Lakadganj, Ashinagar, and Mangalwari.

Seventeen medical teams were deployed, and water samples from 15 locations were tested and found safe. Chlorine drops were distributed in 747 houses, and ORS sachets were provided to 130 households as preventive measures.Meanwhile, in Amravati, residents experienced clear skies after four days of continuous rain. "No rain was recorded in any of the 14 talukas, which has brought relief, especially for farmers who are eager to resume sowing operations," said an official from the agriculture department.

In Chandrapur, the rains subsided on Thursday, with the district recording a modest average of 24.6mm over 24 hours. However, the aftermath of heavy rainfall continues, particularly in Bramhapuri taluka and other severely affected regions like Gondpipri, Nagbhid, Saoli, and Pombhurna. Guardian minister Dr Ashok Uike ordered immediate damage assessments and directed officials to remain on high alert. A 24x7 War Room has been established for monitoring relief efforts, with provisions for food, potable water, medicines, and rescue equipment.District collector Vinay Gowda GC visited flood-affected villages on Thursday, including Tok in Pombhurna taluka, which remains partially waterlogged due to the overflowing Wainganga river. Reports indicate considerable crop losses, especially of cotton and soybean. Pregnant women from Tok village have already been shifted to Pombhurna rural hospital as a precaution.Elsewhere in Vidarbha, rainfall recorded on July 11 remained negligible or zero in most cities, as per official data. For example, Nagpur and Amravati recorded no rainfall in the past 24 hours. Only Washim (4mm) and Yavatmal (4mm) saw minimal showers, while Bramhapuri and Chandrapur remained largely dry.