Archive · 22 Sep 2025
Somasila Reservoir Receives Heavy Inflows, Officials Release Water
Imagine a big water tank called Somasila Reservoir.
It's getting lots of water because it has been raining a lot.
Officials are letting some water out into rivers and canals so farmers can water their crops.
The reservoir has almost reached its maximum capacity.
People living nearby have been told to be ready to move if the water gets too high.
The farmers are happy because they will have enough water to grow their crops.
Somasila Reservoir is experiencing heavy inflows due to recent rains.
Officials are releasing water into irrigation systems and the Pennar River.
The reservoir received 38,732 cusecs of flood water.
The current water level is 73.372 tmcft out of a total capacity of 77.988 tmcft.
Local residents have been alerted and advised to prepare for potential evacuation.
- Who
- Somasila dam officials and farmers.
- What
- Somasila Reservoir is receiving heavy inflows and releasing water.
- When
- In the last couple of days and on Sunday.
- Where
- Somasila Reservoir and surrounding areas.
- Why
- Due to heavy rains in the upper land areas.
- Reservoir Name
- Somasila Reservoir
- Inflow Rate
- 38,732 cusecs
- Water Released
- 35,000 cusecs
- Current Water Level
- 73.372 tmcft
- Total Capacity
- 77.988 tmcft
- Affected River
- Pennar River