APSDMA Issues Alert After Tungabhadra Dam Mishap

The Andhra Pradesh State Disaster Management Authority (APSDMA) has issued a warning to residents along the Krishna river banks after a Tungabhadra dam gate was washed away in Karnataka due to a chain link failure. Residents in affected areas are advised to be cautious and avoid crossing waterways.

The Andhra Pradesh State Disaster Management Authority (APSDMA) on Sunday cautioned residents along the Krishna river banks to stay vigilant following the washing away of a Tungabhadra dam gate in Karnataka.

APSDMA Managing Director R Kurmanadh explained that gate number 19 was washed away due to the floodwaters' intensity caused by a chain link break. The incident occurred on Saturday night in Hospet.

"Approximately 35,000 cusecs of floodwaters flowed, and a total of 48,000 cusecs will be discharged downstream. People in Kurnool district's Kosiri, Mantralayam, Nandavaram, and Kouthalam should exercise caution," he said in a press release. Inhabitants along the Krishna river are also advised to avoid crossing canals and streams.

(With inputs from agencies.)