# Pazhassi Dam Water Crisis Hits Kannur Town

- Topic: india
- Source: The Hindu
- Published: 2026-08-02
- Original: https://www.thehindu.com/news/national/kerala/heavy-silt-inflow-disrupts-water-supply-in-parts-of-kannur/article71297677.ece
- Language: en
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Heavy silt in the Pazhassi dam has disrupted drinking water treatment in Kannur town, affecting water supply to surrounding areas. Kerala Water Authority officials say the issue is high turbidity caused by intense rain and landslides. Water treatment has been suspended until turbidity levels decline.

## Key takeaways

- Heavy silt inflow due to intense rain and landslides has disrupted drinking water treatment.
- Turbidity levels are too high for efficient treatment, causing filters to clog quickly.
- Water supply to Kannur town and surrounding areas has been affected.

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