KPCL Issues Alert As Water Released From Supa Dam

 Karwar: Due to continuous heavy inflow into the Supa Dam in Uttara Kannada district, and the forecast of heavy to extremely heavy rainfall by the India Meteorological Department (IMD) for the next seven days, authorities have initiated action to release excess flood water.

About 10,000 cusecs of water is being released through three radial crest gates to maintain the reservoir's water level within safe limits.

The current water level in the Supa Reservoir is steadily rising due to consistent rainfall in the dam's catchment area. The maximum capacity of the reservoir is 564.00 meters above sea level, and by 10 am on Tuesday, the water level had reached 559.79 meters.

Earlier in the day, in the backdrop of the decision to release water from the dam, the Karnataka Power Corporation Limited (KPCL) had advised residents along the downstream areas of the Supa Dam and the riverbanks to take necessary precautions to protect their property, livestock, and lives.

Additionally, it has been requested to suspend activities like boating, fishing, and water sports in the downstream river areas until the monsoon season ends.

KPCL has issued a public advisory warning that the corporation will not be held responsible for any damage caused by negligence.