Mysore/Mysuru, June 19 -- 25,000 cusecs released; villagers and tourists advised to stay alert

With neighbouring Kerala receiving heavy rainfall, the inflow into the Kabini Reservoir in H.D. Kote Taluk has surged significantly, prompting authorities to issue alerts and instruct residents living along the banks of River Kapila to move to safer locations.

As of today (12 noon), the inflow into the reservoir stood at 18,696 cusecs, raising the water level to 2,280 feet, just four feet short of its full capacity of 2,284 feet.

In response, officials have released 25,000 cusecs into the River to manage the rising levels. The outflow may increase further, with the India Meteorological Department forecasting continued heavy rainfall over the ...