As monsoon continues to lash Karnataka, the outflow from the Kabini reservoir in Mysuru district of Karnataka was increased to over 25,000 cusecs on Wednesday (June 18, 2025), prompting a flood warning for people living downstream.
Cauvery Neeravari Nigam Limited (CNNL) has appealed to residents along both banks of the river to avoid going near the water and to shift, along with their animals, to higher ground for safety.
The outflow was increased consequent to a rise in the rate of inflow into the reservoir, which was nearing its capacity. The inflow was 21,545 cusecs at 12 noon on Wednesday (June 18, 2025), while the water level was 2,280.84 ft. against the capacity of 2,284 ft.
The increase in inflow was attributed to heavy rains in the catchment region of the Kapila in the Wayanad region of Kerala.
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