Vadodara: Twenty-five villages in Vadodara district were put on alert in view of water being released from Dev Dam in Halol taluka. The administration has put 25 villages of Waghodia and Dabhoi taluka on alert, asking the villagers to remain vigilant. According to the district administration, 645 cusecs of water is being released since 7pm from Dev Dam to maintain the rule level.
The disaster control room in Vadodara said that at 4pm, the water level had reached 88.39 metres. To maintain the water level at 88.
15 metres, 645 cusecs of water is being released from the dam. The district collectorate said that all the necessary precautions are being taken to ensure the safety of people residing in these villages. Vadodara district collector Bijal Shah has asked taluka-level officers to keep a watch on the developing situation.
Mamlatdars, taluka development officers, and talatis have been asked to remain stationed at the main centres for necessary coordination. The administration has appealed to the villagers to stay away from river banks and avoid crossing the river stretches. In case of emergency, residents can contact 1077 for assistance.
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