Heavy Rains Endanger Rare Animals in Northeast India

On Thursday, heavy rains swamped most parts of India's Kaziranga National Park in the Indian state of Assam, endangering the lives of many animals.

The park is home to more than half of the world's population of the endangered one-horned rhinoceros.

Forest officials are worried about the safety of the animals, especially when crossing the road.
The animals were moving towards the southern part of the park, in search of food and shelter.

The heavy downpour in the state has caused a major river to overflow, submerging many parts of the national park.

Kaziranga National Park is recognized as the UNESCO World Heritage Site for its largest habitation of one-horned Indian black Rhinos and various species of birds and animals.