Strong winds trigger seawater ingress in Vedaranyam region
Strong winds in the Vedaranyam region have caused seawater to enter low-lying areas, prompting action from the Water Resources Department. Local farmers are concerned about the potential impact on groundwater quality and agriculture. The WRD is working to restore the area by placing sandbags to block the seawater inflow.
- ▪Strong sea winds have been affecting the Vedaranyam coastal belt since Tuesday.
- ▪Seawater intrusion has raised concerns among local farmers about groundwater quality.
- ▪The Water Resources Department is taking temporary measures to prevent further seawater ingress.
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Strong sea winds sweeping across the coastal belt of Vedaranyam since Tuesday have led to seawater entering low-lying areas on Wednesday, prompting temporary preventive measures by the Water Resources Department (WRD).According to local residents, strong southerly winds are common in Vedaranyam region during April and May. The sea level usually rises and wind speeds intensify during new moon and full moon days.Officials said that unusually strong winds had been blowing since Monday afternoon, causing frequent power interruptions as tree branches came into contact with power lines.Meanwhile, seawater entered the Puthu Aaru region through Pattani Kandi, a breached portion near the estuary of the Mulliyaaru located between Vaimedu and Thennadar villages.
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