Gujarat Rain: Couple spends 2 hours relaxed and talking atop submerged car in heavily flooded Sabarkantha river. Watch viral video

A man and his wife spent close to two hours stranded atop their submerged car after being swept away by an overflowing river in Sabarkantha district, Gujarat. The incident occurred on Sunday when the couple attempted to cross a flooded causeway in Idar town. Local fire officials successfully rescued the couple once the water levels receded.

Car Swept 1.5 km Away by Strong Currents

The couple’s car was carried 1.5 km away from the causeway as the Karol River swelled to dangerous levels, according to fire officer Kamal Patel. The vehicle was almost fully submerged, with only the roof visible.

“The couple managed to climb onto the roof of the car and waited there for nearly two hours before we could rescue them,” Patel said.

Rescue Efforts Hampered by Strong Currents

Initial rescue attempts were delayed due to the strong current, which made it impossible to approach the couple. Crowds gathered on the riverbanks to watch as the fire department waited for the water level to decrease.

“A rescue team with a boat was on its way when we managed to bring them to safety,” Patel added.

Victim's Account of the Incident

Suresh Mistry, who was driving the car, said he decided to cross the causeway after seeing another vehicle successfully pass. “As we were crossing, the water rose, and the current became so strong that our car got swept away for about 1.5 km,” Mistry said, noting that he immediately called the fire brigade and police for help.

The couple was safely rescued without any injuries.