Water released from Shenbagathoppu dam due to rain
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Water was released from the Shenbagathoppu dam in Tiruvannamalai after continuous rains filled it to 80% capacity. Officials discharged 100 cusecs to ensure structural safety, while authorities warned residents in downstream towns against crossing rising river levels.
Key takeaways
- The dam reached 80% capacity, triggering a mandatory release of 100 cusecs.
- Officials warned residents in four towns against crossing the rising river.
- Discharged water is recharging the water table in 48 local tanks.
- Steady rains in the Jawadhu Hills catchment area contributed to the increased inflow.
Read the original at The Hindu
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