The 19th crest gate of the 71-year-old Tungabhadra dam collapsed, triggering a flood alert in Karnataka and Andhra Pradesh. The breach resulted in significant water outflow, threatening downstream areas. Emergency actions were initiated to manage the situation, including opening additional gates, and planning a partial reservoir drain to facilitate repairs.How did Tungabhadra dam’s 19th crest gate fail? Explained
The 19th crest gate of the 71-year-old Tungabhadra dam collapsed, triggering a flood alert in Karnataka and Andhra Pradesh. The breach resulted in significant water outflow, threatening downstream areas. Emergency actions were initiated to manage the situation, including opening additional gates, and planning a partial reservoir drain to facilitate repairs.
