4 more gates of Hirakud have been opened: the flood water has been drained through 14 gates

4 more gates of Hirakud were opened. The gate has been opened as the flood water is entering more. Flood water is being drained through 14 gates. At present, the water level in Diamond is 615.60 feet. 4 lakh 21 thousand 589 cusecs teams are entering. 2 lakh 54 thousand 142 cusecs of water is being discharged.

On the other hand, the state is receiving heavy rains under the influence of low pressure. Heavy to very heavy rains can cause landslides in hilly areas, flash floods, water-logging in lowlands, and other rain-related problems. However, due to rain, the river and its tributaries and branches will swell. There is also a possibility of water swelling in all the rivers and lakes of South Odisha.

Due to the recent low pressure, there has been heavy rain across the state. There is a risk of flooding in the major rivers of the state due to the outbreak of rain both in the upper and lower reaches. Fishermen are also prohibited from going to sea.