Srinagar: Amid a prolonged dry spell, the water levels in major reservoirs have significantly decreased, raising concerns about water supply stability and an increased risk of forest fires in the Valley.
Weather experts have, however, warned that the water levels may fall further owing to the dry spell, which is expected to continue till November 10.
Sources in the Jal Shakti (PHE) department said the dry weather has caused the water level in reservoirs to drop, and it is expected to rise and improve as the weather changes.
They added that the decline in water supply from reservoirs has caused the water supply to fall very low and be insufficient at many places.
When contacted, the officials in the Jal Shakti (PHE) Department said that despite the low water levels; they assure that timely recharges in the morning and evening hours are helping maintain the balance, preventing an immediate shortage.
“The flows are minimized during the daytime to preserve reserves and to allow a recharge of water,” they said.(KNO)
