Telangana Weather Alert: Heatwave Hits 46°C, Thunderstorms & Unseasonal Rains Predicted
Telangana faces extreme heatwave up to 46°C with thunderstorms and unseasonal rains; alerts issued for multiple districts.
Hyderabad: Telangana is facing extreme heatwave conditions along with sudden thunderstorms and unseasonal rains, with temperatures touching 46°C in Nirmal district. According to officials and the Hyderabad Meteorological Centre, light to moderate rains, gusty winds, and cloudy skies are expected in several districts, while heatwave conditions continue across the state. The situation is ongoing, with warnings issued for the next two days.
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Telangana Heatwave Intensifies with Record Temperatures
The heatwave has intensified across Telangana:
- 46°C recorded at Dasturabad in Nirmal district
- 45.9°C at Koratapalli in Nizamabad district
- 45.8°C at Dhanora in Kumuram Bheem Asifabad district
- 45.8°C at Alipur (Raikal mandal) in Jagtial district
- 45.6°C at Satnala in Adilabad district
- 45.5°C at Banswada in Kamareddy district
- 45.2°C at Pothireddypet in Siddipet district
By 11 AM, roads across towns in Telangana were reported largely deserted due to intense heat.
Districts severely affected by heatwave include:
- Siddipet
- Adilabad
- Jagtial
- Kumuram Bheem Asifabad
- Nalgonda
Thunderstorms and Unseasonal Rains Add to Weather Crisis
Despite extreme heat, Telangana is also witnessing:
- Sudden thunderstorms
- Cloudy skies in the evenings
- Unseasonal rains
Forecast details:
- Light to moderate rain expected in Vikarabad, Sangareddy, Kamareddy, Asifabad, and Medak districts on Thursday
- Cloudy conditions likely in Rangareddy and Nalgonda districts in the evening
- Hyderabad Meteorological Centre predicts light to moderate rain in Khammam, Nalgonda, and Warangal districts on Friday and Saturday
These weather changes are caused by air instability due to high temperatures.
Impact on Farmers and Crops
Farmers are facing serious difficulties:
- Mango and chilli crops damaged due to unseasonal rains
- Drying grain stocks getting wet due to sudden showers
The unpredictable mix of heatwave and rainfall is causing significant agricultural losses.
Public Advisory Issued Amid Severe Heat
Officials have issued warnings:
- Avoid going out during afternoon heat
- Drink adequate water
- Elderly and children should take extra care
- Consult a doctor if sunstroke symptoms appear
Safety during thunderstorms:
- Do not take shelter under trees during lightning
- Farmers and cattle herders advised to remain cautious
Current Status
- Heatwave conditions ongoing across Telangana
- Thunderstorms and rains expected for next two days
- Government and weather officials monitoring situation
Telangana is experiencing a severe heatwave with temperatures up to 46°C along with thunderstorms and unseasonal rains, affecting districts like Nirmal, Nizamabad, Adilabad, Siddipet, and Nalgonda. With rain forecasts for multiple districts and ongoing heatwave warnings, the situation remains critical, and authorities have urged people to take precautions.
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