Archive · 22 Jul 2026
Pune on Yellow Alert as Heavy Rain Continues
Pune has been experiencing heavy rain for the past two days, causing water levels in dams to rise.
The India Meteorological Department has issued a Yellow Alert, warning of more rain.
To manage the water, authorities have started releasing water from several dams, including Mulshi, Vadivale, and Chaskaman.
Residents near rivers and low-lying areas have been advised to move to safer places and avoid going near the water.
The Khadakwasla dam system is also filling up, and officials are keeping a close eye on the situation to prevent flooding.
Pune has experienced continuous heavy rainfall for the past two days, leading to waterlogging and rising water levels in dams.
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a Yellow Alert for Pune, forecasting light to moderate rainfall in the next three hours.
Authorities have started releasing water from Mulshi, Vadivale, and Chaskaman dams to regulate storage levels and prevent overflow.
Residents near riverbanks and low-lying areas have been advised to move to safer locations and avoid entering riverbeds.
The Khadakwasla dam system is at 66% capacity, with inflows significantly higher than outflows, prompting authorities to monitor the situation closely.
- Who
- Residents of Pune and surrounding areas, India Meteorological Department (IMD), Water Resources Department
- What
- Heavy rainfall and rising water levels in dams leading to water releases and a Yellow Alert in Pune
- When
- Past two days, with continuous rainfall and alerts issued for the next three hours
- Where
- Pune district, Maharashtra, India
- Why
- To regulate water levels in dams and ensure the safety of residents due to heavy rainfall
Residents' Concerns
Authorities' Actions
Safety Measures
Residents' Concerns
Residents are worried about the rising water levels and potential flooding, urging more proactive measures to ensure their safety.
Authorities' Actions
Authorities are monitoring the situation closely and have issued advisories and warnings to residents to stay safe.
- Rainfall Duration
- Past two days
- Yellow Alert Issued By
- India Meteorological Department (IMD)
- Mulshi Dam Release
- 1,000 cusecs
- Vadivale Dam Capacity
- 99.60%
- Khadakwasla System Storage
- 19.27 TMC (66%)
- Chaskaman Dam Release
- 3,500 cusecs