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Spillways of Rawal Dam to be opened today

Residents have been advised to avoid crossing Korang Nullah during peak discharge hours.

ISLAMABAD (Dunya News) - The spillway gates of Rawal Dam will be opened at 7:00 AM today (Tuesday) after the water level surged to 1,751.70 feet, reaching the reservoir’s critical threshold, the National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA) announced.

An NDMA spokesperson confirmed that all concerned departments have been placed on alert, with precautionary measures initiated to manage the anticipated rise in water flow through Korang Nullah.

Residents have been strongly advised to avoid crossing the Korang Nullah and any makeshift bridges during peak discharge hours.

Authorities have called for close coordination with local administration and urged the public to exercise strict caution to avert any untoward incidents.  

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