Heavy Rainfall Forecast in Andhra Pradesh and Telangana: Precautions Underway
The Andhra Pradesh State Disaster Management Authority has issued a warning for moderate to heavy rainfall across the state, urging residents to stay alert. Meanwhile, Telangana is also bracing for heavy rain, with officials implementing precautionary measures to mitigate disruptions. In Mangaluru, a landslide has caused significant road damage and affected local homes. Authorities are actively monitoring the situation and advising the public on safety measures. Read on for detailed updates on the weather conditions and the response from local officials.
| Jul 23, 2025, 16:57 IST
Weather Alert for Andhra Pradesh
The Andhra Pradesh State Disaster Management Authority (APSDMA) has issued a warning predicting moderate to heavy rainfall across the state over the next four days. Prakhar Jain, the Managing Director of APSDMA, urged residents to remain vigilant. Areas including Alluri Sitarama Raju, East Godavari, West Godavari, Eluru, Krishna, NTR, Guntur, Bapatla, Palnadu, and Prakasam are expected to experience significant rainfall. Other districts may see light to moderate showers.
IMD Predicts Heavy Rain in Telangana
Heavy Rain Expected in Telangana Over the Next Three Days
In Telangana, several regions have experienced heavy rainfall in the past 24 hours, leading to waterlogging and disruption of daily life. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has forecasted heavy rain for the next three days. In response, officials have ramped up precautionary measures to manage the situation. Light to moderate rain began in Hyderabad on Tuesday night and is expected to continue into Wednesday.
Transport Minister Ponnam Prabhakar, under the direction of Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy, held a review meeting with senior officials to assess preparedness. He urged the public to stay alert and instructed officials to take necessary actions to alleviate public distress. A total of 141 waterlogged sites in Hyderabad have been identified, and special teams have been deployed to these areas. Teams from the National Disaster Response Force (NDRF) and State Disaster Response Force (SDRF) have been put on standby.
Landslide in Mangaluru Causes Disruption
Landslide in Mangaluru Disrupts Roads and Damages Properties
A significant landslide in the outskirts of Mangaluru, specifically in Peramanki, has caused a major section of the road connecting Uliyibettu to Peramai Church to collapse, forcing local residents to take a longer route via Malluru to reach Mangaluru. Officials reported that the landslide has also damaged several homes and gardens. The debris from the landslide has spread over a kilometer of the road, uprooting numerous areca and coconut trees. Although the landslide occurred on Sunday, the debris had spread significantly by Tuesday evening. This has also blocked another road connecting Peramanki Padavi to Palikatte and Malluru Uddabetttu, severing access for hundreds of homes and forcing residents to seek alternative routes. Many families have been compelled to evacuate due to cracks appearing in their homes. Officials noted that several streams and drains in the upper areas of Peramanki flow towards the lower region of Kaiguri. The landslide has disrupted the natural flow of these water sources, creating flood-like conditions in surrounding areas. Mahesh Kumar, the Executive Officer of the Taluk Panchayat, confirmed that a detailed report will be submitted to the Deputy Commissioner through the Tehsildar, acknowledging the extensive damage caused by this incident.