In the wake of flooding, a hospital in Delhi has made ample arrangements for anti-venom to deal with any snakebite cases, officials said on July 18.

"There is an increase in the number of snakebite cases due to rainfall and flooding situations in the city. It is primarily because snakes take refuge in homes," Dr Harsh Bhardwaj said.

He said the hospital has made proper arrangements to tackle snakebite cases.

"We have made proper arrangements all the snakebite cases have been attended to the best of clinical care. There is ample arrangement of anti-venom," Bhardwaj said.

According to data accessed, the hospital recorded a total of nine snakebite cases from July 11 to 15. The highest number of snakebite cases were reported on July 13 and 14 at three each.

Earlier in the day, Delhi Forest and Environment Department has been instructed to establish a 'Rapid Response Team' to operate in all flood-affected districts to address the concerns regarding snakes emerging from homes along the banks of the Yamuna once the floodwaters recede.

The Forest Department has also issued a helpline number, 1800118600, for public assistance.