This morning, the sudden breakage of a gate of Karnataka’s major Tungabhadra Dam led to uncontrolled release of water from the dam. This incident has caused flood like situation not only in the areas around the dam but also in many districts of Karnataka. The local administration has immediately initiated a high-level response in view of the seriousness of the situation.
*ALERT MESSAGE FROM TUNGABHADRA DAM*
Date:10.08.2024 Time:11.10PM
Gate No.19 chain link has cut and the gate is not visible &approximately 35000 cusecs water is flowing from gate No.19 and total discharge to river is 48000 cusecs
Alert on Downstream of TB DAM* . pic.twitter.com/PZ5KQVisFE— Hampi Express (@HampiExp) August 11, 2024
High alert announced:
Following the breach of the gate, high alert has been declared in various districts of Karnataka in view of the possibility of floods. District collectors and other concerned officials have called emergency meetings. Special teams have been deployed in the affected areas to shift people to safe places. Officials have advised local residents to remain alert and move to safe places.
Status of affected areas:
Flood situation:
Due to rapid release of water from Tungabhadra Dam, a flood like situation has arisen in the surrounding villages and fields. A sudden rise in river water level may affect field crops, roads and other infrastructure. Due to drainage of water, many roads and bridges have also been flooded, causing difficulties in travel and transportation.
Government response:
Chief Minister’s Initiative:
Considering the seriousness of the incident, the Chief Minister of Karnataka has constituted a high level committee. He has announced immediate measures towards relief operations to help the people affected by the floods. Special efforts are being made to ensure supply of relief material, medical services, and other essential items. The Chief Minister has appealed to the public to follow flood warnings and stay in safe places.
Investigation and future planning:
A technical committee has also been constituted to investigate the incident, which will conduct a detailed analysis of the reasons for the gate breakage. The committee has been directed to investigate to ensure that such incidents do not happen in future due to technical glitches. The committee will present recommendations in its report so that necessary steps can be taken to deal with such disasters in future.
emergency services:
Local administration, emergency services, and relief teams are working diligently to control the situation. All necessary steps are being taken to ensure the safety of people in flood affected areas. Special teams have been activated for relief operations, and efforts are underway to provide assistance to the flood-affected areas.
