Mettur dam attains Full Reservoir Level, surplus water released
The Hindu
A flood warning was issued to district collectors of 11 districts, and people living along the banks of the Cauvery river and low-lying areas, were advised to move to safe places
The Mettur dam attained its Full Reservoir Level of 120 ft of water late on Saturday. The surplus water was released into the Cauvery river through Ellis Saddle surplus gates here, early on Sunday.
According to officials from the Public Works Department, the water level at the dam reached 120 ft at about 11.35 p.m. on Saturday for the 41st time. Following incessant rains, the inflow of water to the dam increased on Saturday. The surplus gates were raised, offering special pujas.
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