Loadshedding likely to increase as water reserves reach dead level

LAHORE: The Tarbela and Mangla water reservoirs have touched dead level, affecting hydel power generation that is likely to increase loadshedding across the country, Geo News reported Saturday.

According to sources, the lowest levels of water in Tarbela and Mangla Dam have reduced hydel power that will ultimately result in increased countrywide loadshedding.

The water level in Mangla dam has reached 1,040 ft with the outflow of 31,182 cusecs against the inflow of 15,465 cusecs.

Also, the water inflow in Tarbela Dam stands at 17,100 cusecs while the outflow is 16,400 cusecs.