Odisha: Hirakud to open 5 gates to release flood waters

Sambalpur: Five sluice gates shall be opened in the Hirkud Dam in Sambalpur district of Odisha at 2 pm said reports on Friday

Heavy rainfall in the upper catchment areas has caused a significant rise in water levels in the Hirakud dam. In order to control the situation, the flood water was being discharged through seven floodgates of Hirakud Dam.

But now it is worth mentioning that five gates have been opened. A total of seven sluice gates have now been opened in the Hirkud Dam in Sambalpur district of Odisha said reports on Friday.

Currently, Hirakud Dam’s water level is rising. The dam has been releasing  water into the Mahanadi river in order to manage the inflow of water.

The flood water release which will commence today, involves discharging water through five flood gates on the right side of the dam and on the left.

The districts along the coast of Mahanadi river have been placed on high alert. The local administration is actively raising awareness among the people to ensure safety.