The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a red alert for Pune district today (Sunday), warning of extremely heavy rainfall in the ghats and surrounding areas over the next three hours. Citizens have been advised to remain alert and take necessary precautions.
According to information from the state ministry in Mumbai, isolated locations in the Pune ghat region are likely to experience intense downpours. The administration has urged residents, particularly those in low-lying areas, to stay cautious.
### Rising Water Levels in Dams
Several dams in Pune district have reported rising water levels due to continuous rainfall.
**Mulshi Dam Discharge Increased**
The Tata Power management at Mulshi Dam announced that the reservoir is currently filled to 99.58% of its capacity. As a result, the discharge into the Mula River is being increased from 3,320 cusecs to 7,000 cusecs starting from 12:00 noon. Officials stated that further changes in discharge will depend on rainfall intensity and inflow conditions.
Authorities have strictly appealed to citizens not to enter riverbeds and to immediately shift any livestock or belongings from riverbanks to safer areas.
### Other Dam Discharges (As of 10:30 a.m. today)
Significant discharges were reported from several major reservoirs:
– Dimbhe: 29,980 cusecs
– Chaskaman: 20,810 cusecs
– Bhama Askhed: 13,312 cusecs
– Khadakwasla: 6,864 cusecs
– Ujani: 41,600 cusecs
At river monitoring points, the following discharge levels were recorded:
– Bund Garden: 13,116 cusecs
– Daund: 12,253 cusecs
– Nira Narsingpur: 94,919 cusecs
– Pandharpur (Bhima River): 90,123 cusecs
### Pavana Dam on High Alert
The Khadakwasla Irrigation Division confirmed that Pavana Dam has reached 100% storage capacity. Currently, 1,400 cusecs are being released into the river, with the discharge scheduled to increase to 2,880 cusecs by 10:30 a.m. today.
Officials cautioned that, depending on rainfall in the catchment area, discharge levels may be raised or reduced in stages. The Flood Control Cell of Pavana Dam has urged citizens living along the riverbank to take maximum precautions and to extend full cooperation to the Water Resources Department and the district administration.
### Advisory for Residents
The Pune district administration has appealed to residents to remain vigilant, avoid unnecessary travel in ghat areas, and follow all safety advisories issued by disaster management authorities. Stay alert and prioritize safety during this period of heavy rainfall.
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