Large rock layer reportedly collapses at Jog Falls Rocket section in Sagara

Sagara (Shivamogga district): A large layer of rock is reported to have fallen from the Rocket Falls section of the world-famous Jog Falls on Thursday.

According to videos circulating on social media, tourists and local residents were startled by a loud noise during the incident. However, the Tourism Department and the Jog Development Authority have not confirmed the incident so far.

Jog Falls is divided into four segments known as Raja, Rani, Roarer and Rocket. It is suspected that a rock from a height of around 100 feet may have fallen in the lower part of the Rocket section.

Reports also suggest that the impact of the falling rock disturbed the water in the pools below the Raja and Roarer sections, causing it to become heavily agitated.

Officials and locals suspect that due to the intense summer conditions and reduced water flow in the waterfall, the exposed rocks may have developed cracks due to heat and subsequently collapsed.

Further details are awaited.