Continuous heavy rainfall in the Barvi Dam catchment area has led to a significant rise in the reservoir's water level, offering much-needed relief to several cities in the Thane district that depend on the dam for drinking water.
According to the latest official data, the reservoir received intense rainfall over the past 24 hours, resulting in a notable increase in live water storage. The inflow has pushed the dam's storage to around 26 per cent of its total live capacity, marking a sharp improvement after weeks of below-normal rainfall.
The Barvi Dam is a key source of drinking water for Thane, Kalyan-Dombivli, Mira-Bhayandar, Ambernath, Badlapur and Ulhasnagar. Authorities said the recent spell of rain has eased immediate concerns over water availability, although reservoir levels remain significantly lower than those recorded during the same period last year.
Heavy rainfall has also increased the water level of the Ulhas River, prompting authorities to closely monitor the situation in low-lying areas. Residents have been advised to remain alert as more rainfall is forecast across the region over the coming days.
Officials said continued rainfall in the catchment area will be crucial for further improving storage levels and ensuring a stable water supply throughout the year.
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