City
Epaper

Gujarat: Shetrunji Dam overflows for fifth year in a row, IMD predicts more rain in Saurashtra

By IANS | Updated: September 30, 2024 12:50 IST

Bhavnagar, Sep 30 Heavy rainfall across the Saurashtra region has led to Shetrunji Dam in Bhavnagar overflowing on ...

Open in App

Bhavnagar, Sep 30 Heavy rainfall across the Saurashtra region has led to Shetrunji Dam in Bhavnagar overflowing on Monday. This marks the fifth consecutive year the dam has overflowed, bringing relief and joy to residents.

As a precautionary measure, authorities have opened 20 dam gates by one foot, and an alert has been issued to people living in nearby areas. Seventeen low-lying villages have been warned to stay vigilant due to the rising water levels.

The affected villages include Nani Rajasthali, Lapaliya, Lakhavad, Maidhar, and Medha in Palitana Taluka, and Bhegali, Dantrad, Pingli, Timana, Shevaliya, Royal, Makhaniya, Talaja, Gorkhi, Lilivav, Tarsara, and Sartanpar in Bhavnagar Taluka. Residents have been urged to remain cautious as the situation develops.

For the first time this year, the Shetrunji Dam has reached overflow levels, with the dam currently receiving an inflow of 1,800 cusecs of water. Water is being released into the river to manage the situation, ensuring that the dam maintains its rule level. The overflowing dam, considered a lifeline for Bhavnagar district, has resolved water supply concerns for Bhavnagar, Palitana, and Gariyadhar. Additionally, it has alleviated irrigation challenges in the district, bringing much-needed relief to farmers and residents.

Meanwhile, according to the latest India Meteorological Department (IMD) bulletin released on Monday, light to moderate rain and thundershowers are expected in several places, including Vadodara and Panchmahal districts on September 30 and October 1. However, after 8:30 a.m. on October 2, there is no further forecast for rainfall in Vadodara or Panchmahal, and the IMD predicts dry conditions for October 2 and 3.

Till October 1, Vadodara is expected to receive light to moderate rainfall, ranging between 0.61 to 2.53 inches. Light to moderate rain or thundershowers are likely at several places across northern Gujarat including Mehsana, Sabarkantha, Gandhinagar, Aravalli, Kheda, Ahmedabad, Anand, Panchmahal, Dahod, and Mahisagar. Southern Gujarat districts including Vadodara, Chhota Udepur, Narmada, Bharuch, Surat, Dang, Tapi, Navsari, Valsad, and Daman, Dadra Nagar Haveli, are also likely to experience similar weather conditions.

Until October 2, Vadodara will likely receive light to moderate rainfall again, with similar amounts as the previous day (0.61 to 2.53 inches). Isolated rain and thundershowers are expected across north and south Gujarat, including Anand, Panchmahal, Dahod, Vadodara, Chhota Udepur, and Bharuch. In Saurashtra, districts such as Amreli, Bhavnagar, Gir Somnath, and Diu may also experience rainfall during this period.

Disclaimer: This post has been auto-published from an agency feed without any modifications to the text and has not been reviewed by an editor

Open in App

Related Stories

InternationalIndia sends medical aid worth $2 mn to Nepal for patients with thalassemia, sickle cell disease

TechnologyChildren with chronic conditions at risk for severe RSV outcomes: Study

Other SportsIPL 2025: We're crumbling in crunch moments, says Sandeep after RR implode again

HealthChildren with chronic conditions at risk for severe RSV outcomes: Study

HealthIndia sends medical aid worth $2 mn to Nepal for patients with thalassemia, sickle cell disease

National Realted Stories

NationalIndia sends medical aid worth $2 mn to Nepal for patients with thalassemia, sickle cell disease

NationalSacred thread row: K'taka BJP moves NHRC against 'unlawful', 'discriminatory' practices

NationalBengal recruitment case: A section of ‘tainted’ candidates got salaries without joining

NationalAttari-Wagah Border sees stream of Pakistani tourists leaving

National15.43 lakh new workers enrolled for benefits under ESI Scheme in Feb