Hirakud Dam Gates Reopened Amid Rise In Water Level
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The decision comes in response to rising water levels due to heavy rainfall in the upper catchment areas of the Mahanadi River.
As of 6:00 AM today, the water level at the reservoir stood at 620.10 feet, with an inflow of approximately 2,43,831 cusecs per second.
To manage this surge, three gates on the left side and one on the right side of the dam have been opened.
Sambalpur, Aug 23: In response to significant rise in water levels in the Hirakud reservoir, dam authorities here on Saturday reopened four sluice gates to manage the surge.
The decision comes in response to rising water levels due to heavy rainfall in the upper catchment areas of the Mahanadi River.
As of 6:00 AM today, the water level at the reservoir stood at 620.10 feet, with an inflow of approximately 2,43,831 cusecs per second. To manage this surge, three gates on the left side and one on the right side of the dam have been opened.
The dam authorities have issued a public alert, advising residents and visitors to stay away from the riverbanks and avoid entering the Mahanadi River due to potential safety risks.
The gates had previously been closed on August 3, following a reduction in inflow and water levels.
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✨Officials have stated that the number of open gates may increase depending on further rainfall and inflow conditions.
On the other hand, the Indian Meteorological Department has informed that a fresh low-pressure system has formed over the Bay of Bengal.