. Authorities are urging residents in low-lying areas to stay vigilant.

Heavy rainfall in Kerala and Karnataka has led to the Cauvery River swelling, prompting authorities to issue a high alert for 11 districts in Tamil Nadu. The Stanley Reservoir at Mettur Dam has received an inflow of 1.90 lakh cusecs, with water discharge expected to exceed 2.1 lakh cusecs soon.

Affected Areas

Several residential areas in southern districts have been flooded, necessitating the evacuation of over 300 people from Salem, Erode, and Namakkal districts. The districts currently on high alert include:

  • Salem
  • Erode
  • Namakkal
  • Karur
  • Trichy
  • Thanjavur
  • Thiruvarur
  • Nagapattinam
  • Krishnagiri
  • Dharmapuri
  • Ariyalur

Government Response

District authorities have been instructed to take adequate measures to manage the flood situation. Zonal disaster management teams have been formed to monitor the evolving scenario closely. Public advisories have been issued, urging residents in low-lying areas to remain vigilant and prepared for possible evacuations.

Preparedness Measures

  • Evacuations: Over 300 people from low-lying areas have been moved to relief camps.
  • Monitoring: Continuous monitoring of water levels and flow rates at dams.
  • Coordination: Coordination between district authorities and disaster management teams to ensure swift response.

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