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Hirakud Dam Gates Opened, Triggering Flood Alert in Odisha
✍️ Kanak News Odisha
🗓 01 Aug 2026, 08:36 AM
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The Hirakud Dam in Odisha has released water from its gates, prompting a flood alert along the Mahanadi River and affecting the Oidsha region.
On Tuesday, the Hirakud Dam opened its gates to release excess water, triggering a flood alert along the Mahanadi River.
Local authorities warned residents in the Oidsha region to evacuate and set up temporary shelters.
Rescue teams have been mobilized to assist those displaced by rising waters.
The Odisha government urged citizens to stay alert and follow instructions from disaster management officials.
Local authorities warned residents in the Oidsha region to evacuate and set up temporary shelters.
Rescue teams have been mobilized to assist those displaced by rising waters.
The Odisha government urged citizens to stay alert and follow instructions from disaster management officials.