Water level crosses 142 feet in Mullaperiyar, more water released, nine shutters opened

IDUKKI: With the water level in the Mullaperiyar Dam crossing 142 feet, more water is flowed outside. Nine shutters of the dam have been opened. 2944.31 cubic feet of water will be discharged every second.

The maximum storage capacity of the Mullaperiyar dam is 142 feet. The water level reached 142 feet Tuesday morning at 3.55 am. The water level rose after the heavy rains in the catchment area of the reservoir. The authorities have warned people along the Periyar coast to be vigilant.