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**Summary:**

This news brief from *The Hindu*, published May 18, 2025, at 7:39 PM IST from Tirunelveli, reports on the water levels and rainfall in the Tirunelveli District of Tamil Nadu. Specifically, it notes the water levels, inflow, and outflow of the Papanasam and Manimuthar dams. It also lists the rainfall recorded in several locations in the district over the previous 24 hours.

**News Article:**

**Tirunelveli Dams Report Moderate Levels Amidst Rainfall**

*TIRUNELVELI, INDIA – May 18, 2025* – Water levels in key reservoirs in the Tirunelveli District are being closely monitored following recent rainfall. *The Hindu* reports that the Papanasam Dam currently stands at 82.50 feet, well below its maximum capacity of 143 feet. The dam is experiencing an inflow of 127.66 cusecs and a discharge of 500 cusecs.

The Manimuthar Dam’s water level is reported at 84.51 feet, with a maximum capacity of 118 feet. Inflow is minimal at 2 cusecs, while discharge is 45 cusecs.

Rainfall figures for the 24-hour period ending at 6:00 AM on Sunday show moderate precipitation across the region. Notable rainfall was recorded in Ambasamudram (5.40 mm), Servalar Dam (6 mm), and Kannadian Anicut (7 mm). Other areas, including Manjolai, Kakkachi, Nalumukku, and Oothu, experienced between 1 and 3 mm of rainfall.

Officials continue to monitor the situation and urge residents to stay informed of any further developments.

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