Following intense rainfall across Chennai’s catchment regions, the Puzhal reservoir hit full capacity for the second straight day, prompting controlled water release and precautionary alerts for residents in low-lying and coastal zones.

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•  Puzhal reservoir reaches full capacity for 2nd day; surplus water released.
•  Controlled discharge at ~300 cusecs to reduce pressure on reservoir bunds.
•  Heavy, widespread rainfall boosts inflow into Chennai’s main reservoirs.
•  Chembarambakkam and Poondi lakes also see sharp rise but remain within safe limits.
•  Officials monitoring all major water bodies 24×7 for inflow, structural stability.
•  Residents in low-lying, canal-side, riverbank and coastal areas advised to remain alert.
•  Fisherfolk, lakeside settlements urged to follow safety instructions and relocate if needed.
•  Disaster response, police, revenue teams kept on standby.
•  Local bodies told to clear drainage channels and prep emergency shelters.
•  Rise in storage improves water security but increases flood risk in vulnerable pockets.