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Jaton Dam Opens All 10 Gates Amid Heavy Rains, Rescue Ops in Sirmaur
✍️ The Economic Times
🗓 10 Jul 2026, 04:02 PM
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Heavy rainfall in Himachal Pradesh forced the Jaton dam to open all ten of its gates, prompting rescue operations in the Sirmaur district.
The Jaton dam in Himachal Pradesh was compelled to open all ten of its gates after a surge of heavy rainfall threatened to raise water levels beyond safe limits. The decision was taken to prevent potential flooding downstream.
The Sirmaur district, located downstream of the dam, has reported rising water levels in local streams and several villages. Rescue teams have been dispatched to affected areas to assist residents and secure properties.
Local authorities have urged residents to stay alert and follow evacuation orders where necessary. The state government is coordinating with the disaster management department to monitor the situation closely.
Weather officials predict that rainfall may continue for the next few days, and they are monitoring the dam’s water levels closely to avoid further releases.
The Sirmaur district, located downstream of the dam, has reported rising water levels in local streams and several villages. Rescue teams have been dispatched to affected areas to assist residents and secure properties.
Local authorities have urged residents to stay alert and follow evacuation orders where necessary. The state government is coordinating with the disaster management department to monitor the situation closely.
Weather officials predict that rainfall may continue for the next few days, and they are monitoring the dam’s water levels closely to avoid further releases.