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Mumbai: The Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) reports that Mumbai's water stock in seven lakes hit 8,62,100 million litres, equating to 59.56% of the required seasonal capacity.
The Middle Vaitarna lake saw a substantial increase, rising 3.40 metres in 24 hours, now holding 1,38,667 ML or 71.60% of its capacity. Other significant lakes include Upper Vaitarna at 71.50% (1,62,349 ML), Modak Sagar at 75.46% (97,287 ML), and Tansa at 60.43% (87,677 ML). Bhatsa, crucial for the municipal supply, is at 50.19% capacity with 3,59,899 ML. Smaller lakes, Vehar and Tulsi, are at 45.62% (12,635 ML) and 44.43% (3,575 ML), respectively.
Recent rainfall has been notable, with Tansa receiving 107 mm, Middle Vaitarna 112 mm, and Modak Sagar 78 mm. The Bhandup Complex recorded 30 mm today, accumulating 630 mm.
The Indian Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a warning for heavy to very heavy rainfall across Mumbai today, with potential gusty winds reaching 45 to 55 km/h in parts of the city and suburbs. A high tide of 3.12 metres is anticipated at 8.33 pm, with low tides of 2.49 metres at 3.08 pm and 1.29 metres at 2.56 am on Monday.
On Saturday, the IMD extended a yellow alert until July 7, advising caution due to possible adverse weather conditions, especially in low-lying areas at risk of waterlogging.
Data reveals that the total useful contents and changes in lake levels have been tracked meticulously, demonstrating the variability in water storage and rainfall impact. The overall lake levels indicate both reserve management strategies and the need for vigilance amid ongoing weather fluctuations and the forecasted rainfall, reinforcing the importance of these water bodies for the city.
With the specifics on lake capacities indicated, ongoing monitoring will be essential for water supply management as conditions evolve.
