Pathanamthitta : The hydroelectric dam of Kakki-Anathode dam in Pathanamthitta opened three of its shutters, up 30 cms each. Red alert in prelude to opening was issued last evening.
Residents on riversides of Pampa and Kakkatt are advised to remain highly alert. The opening was necessitated by heavy downpours in the catchment area.
The dam has maximum storage capacity of 981.46 meter. The level exceeded 979.79 meter before the opening.