Weather Update: IMD Issues Yellow Alert as Heavy Rain Likely Across Telangana

The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has forecast widespread rainfall across Telangana and Andhra Pradesh over the next two days due to the influence of the prevailing Drona (trough) and surface circulation. The IMD has issued a Yellow Alert for several districts, warning of moderate to heavy rain, thunderstorms, lightning, and winds of 30–40 kmph. Meanwhile, Europe is facing a record-breaking heatwave, with the World Health Organization (WHO) reporting more than 13,000 heat-related deaths since June 21.

IMD Forecast for Telangana

According to the IMD, light to moderate rain is likely at many places in Telangana for the next seven days.

The prevailing surface circulation over North Telangana and the influence of several troughs have created favourable conditions for rainfall across the state.

The IMD has issued a Yellow Alert for several districts and warned of thunderstorms, lightning, and wind speeds of 30–40 kmph across all districts.

Heavy Rain Warning for Telangana Districts

June 29:

• Adilabad
• Komaram Bheem Asifabad
• Nirmal
• Mulugu
• Bhadradri Kothagudem

June 30:

• Adilabad
• Asifabad
• Bhadradri Kothagudem
• Khammam

July 1:

• Mancherial
• Nizamabad
• Karimnagar
• Peddapalli
• Jayashankar Bhupalpally
• Mulugu
• Mahabubabad
• Warangal
• Hanumankonda

The IMD also said north and east Telangana are likely to receive heavy rainfall on July 2, while isolated heavy rain is expected across the state on July 3 and July 4.

During the next 24 to 48 hours, the sky is expected to remain cloudy with light to moderate rainfall.

Andhra Pradesh to Receive Heavy Rain

The IMD has predicted heavy rainfall in Andhra Pradesh over the next two days.

A trough extends from the North Andhra Coast to Maharashtra through Chhattisgarh, while another trough stretches from Interior Karnataka to the Comorin area through Rayalaseema and Tamil Nadu.

Heavy Rain Forecast

Heavy rain is likely at isolated places in:

• Srikakulam
• Vizianagaram
• Manyam
• Visakhapatnam
• Anakapalli

Thunderstorms are also likely in:

• Alluri Sitarama Raju
• Kakinada
• Konaseema
• East Godavari
• West Godavari

Light to moderate rain is expected in:

• Eluru
• Krishna
• NTR
• Bapatla
• Palnadu
• Guntur

Rainfall is also likely in:

• Anantapur
• Sri Sathya Sai
• Kurnool
• Nandyal
• YSR Kadapa
• Annamayya
• Chittoor
• Tirupati

Heavy Rain Brings Relief but Causes Waterlogging

Vijayawada

The weather changed suddenly in Vijayawada on Sunday as dark clouds covered the city.

Heavy rain accompanied by thunder and lightning caused widespread waterlogging on roads, creating inconvenience for motorists and pedestrians. However, residents welcomed the cooler weather after enduring intense heat and humidity.

Khammam

Heavy rain lashed Khammam city on Sunday evening.

Major roads were submerged after nearly an hour of continuous rainfall. Overflowing canals caused water accumulation, disrupting traffic.

The Old Bus Stand area witnessed knee-deep waterlogging, making commuting difficult for motorists.

Moderate rain with gusty winds also affected:

• Wyra
• Konijarla
• Tallada and surrounding mandals

The rainfall caused electricity disruptions in several areas, while farmers welcomed the showers, saying they brought relief to cotton crops.

Southwest Monsoon to Advance Further

The IMD said the Southwest Monsoon is likely to advance into more parts of the country during the next 2–3 days.

Europe Faces Record Heatwave

While India is witnessing widespread rainfall, Europe is experiencing an intense heatwave.

According to the World Health Organization (WHO):

• More than 13,000 people have died due to heat-related causes in the nine days since June 21.
• Temperatures have crossed 40°C in many countries.
• Several regions recorded temperatures between 43°C and 45°C.
• Around 150 million (15 crore) people are living under extreme heat conditions.

The WHO warned that the European continent is warming twice as fast as the global average.

The organisation also reported:

• Power grids are failing.
• Schools have been closed.
• Heatwaves that were once expected once in a generation are now occurring every year because of climate change.

The WHO urged European countries to immediately implement Heat Health Action Plans to protect vulnerable groups, including the elderly and the sick, and reduce urban heat.

The report also noted that although Europe lies far north of the Equator, its longer daylight hours allow roads and buildings to absorb intense solar heat throughout the day because sunlight falls at an angle.

The IMD has issued a Yellow Alert as Telangana and Andhra Pradesh prepare for widespread rainfall, thunderstorms and lightning over the coming days. Several districts have been placed under heavy rain warnings, while cities including Vijayawada and Khammam have already experienced waterlogging due to heavy showers. At the same time, Europe continues to battle a record-breaking heatwave, with the WHO reporting over 13,000 heat-related deaths and urging immediate implementation of heat action plans.

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