The floods pose risks to districts in Bihar, such as Madhepura, and areas in eastern Uttar Pradesh, including Gorakhpur, Bahraich, Lakhimpur Kheri, and Shravasti. Uttarakhand and North Bengal are also vulnerable due to shared rivers like Mahakali-Sharda and Mechi-Mahananda. The erosion and poor maintenance of embankments have exacerbated the flooding, leading to significant damage in areas that have not experienced such events in decades. The rapid surge of floodwaters increases the risk of displacement, property damage, and loss of life.