Water release ordered from Chennai’s Chembarambakkam lake as inflow rises after heavy rains

Chennai, Oct 21(IANS) With the formation of a new low-pressure area over the Bay of Bengal, the Regional Meteorological Centre (RMC), Chennai, has forecast heavy rainfall across Tamil Nadu in the coming days, and as a precursor to the northeast monsoon, several parts of the state, including Chennai and its suburbs, have already begun experiencing widespread showers

The persistent rainfall has significantly increased water levels in major reservoirs and lakes, prompting authorities to initiate precautionary measures.

Among them, the Chembarambakkam Lake — one of the primary sources of drinking water for Chennai — has witnessed a steady rise in inflow over the past 48 hours.

Officials reported that the lake’s water level has climbed close to 21 feet, just three feet short of its full capa