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Hans India
22-07-2025
- Climate
- Hans India
Heavy Rain forecast issued to AP and Telangana for three days amid surface trough
A surface trough has developed over South Odisha and the surrounding regions, reaching an altitude of 5.8 km above mean sea level. This trough extends from 13 degrees north latitude, traversing north-central Karnataka to the southern coast of Andhra Pradesh, bringing with it the forecast of widespread rain in the Telugu states over the next three days. The Amaravati Meteorological Centre has issued a heavy rain warning for Andhra Pradesh, predicting light to heavy rainfall in several districts, including Alluri Seetharamaraju, East Godavari, West Godavari, Eluru, Krishna, NTR, Guntur, Bapatla, Palnadu, and Prakasam. Additionally, isolated areas in the remaining districts are expected to experience light to moderate rainfall. Meanwhile, the Hyderabad Meteorological Centre has declared an orange alert for 18 districts of Telangana and a yellow alert for another 12 districts due to potential heavy rain. Areas likely to face significant rainfall include Khammam, Nalgonda, Suryapet, Yadadri Bhuvanagiri, Rangareddy, Hyderabad, Medchal Malkajgiri, Vikarabad, Sangareddy, Medak, Mahabubnagar, and Nagarkurnool. Scattered rains, accompanied by thunderstorms and lightning, are anticipated across all districts of Telangana. Meteorological officials have also warned of gusty winds reaching speeds of 30 to 40 kilometres per hour in some locations.
Hans India
01-07-2025
- Climate
- Hans India
Power Generation Begins at Srisailam Hydropower Stations
Power generation has commenced at both the Right and Left Hydropower Stations within the Srisailam Project. Currently, 58,750 cusecs of water is being released to the Nagarjuna Sagar Dam while electricity is being generated. The reservoir is receiving a significant influx of 1,00085 cusecs of floodwater from the upper catchment area of Jurala. As of 6 am on Tuesday, the water level at Srisailam was recorded at 874.30 feet, with water storage levels at 160.52 TMC. This development marks an important step in harnessing hydropower resources in the region. Meanwhile, Andhra Pradesh is set to experience a predominantly cloudy day, with light to moderate rain expected across North Andhra and Coastal Andhra from morning through to evening. Certain areas may even see heavy rainfall. Winds are currently blowing across North Andhra, contributing to the change in weather patterns. However, the Amaravati Meteorological Centre has reported that Rayalaseema will remain dry today, in contrast to the rain expected in other regions.
Hans India
10-06-2025
- Climate
- Hans India
Andhra Pradesh and Telangana to receive rains amidst unusual weather conditions
Strange weather patterns are currently affecting the Telugu states, with the sun shining alongside a slow progress of the monsoon. The Indian Meteorological Department has issued a significant statement indicating that light to moderate rains are anticipated in Andhra Pradesh and Telangana due to the influence of a trough in the atmosphere. This trough, extending from Madhya Pradesh through Vidarbha to Telangana at an altitude of 0.9 km above mean sea level, is expected to bring rainfall. Additionally, a secondary trough has formed between 3.1 and 4.5 km above mean sea level, stretching from northern Tamil Nadu through interior Karnataka into southern Maharashtra. The Hyderabad Meteorological Centre has reported that the winds in Telangana are currently blowing from the west-northwest, enhancing the likelihood of moderate rain across the region. On Tuesday, residents in districts such as Bhadradri Kothagudem, Khammam, Nalgonda, Suryapet, Mahabubabad, Rangareddy, Hyderabad, Medchal Malkajgiri, Vikarabad, Sangareddy, Medak, Kamareddy, Mahabubnagar, Nagarkurnool, Wanaparthy, Narayanpet, Jogulamba, and Gadwal can expect light to moderate rain, along with thundershowers and gusty winds of 40 to 50 kmph. In terms of temperature, Adilabad is predicted to see a maximum of 40.5 degrees Celsius, while Medak will experience a minimum of around 27.3 degrees Celsius. In Andhra Pradesh, the Amaravati Meteorological Centre has also forecasted light to moderate rain in several areas of Alluri, Annamaya, Chittoor, and Tirupati districts. In contrast, districts including Vizianagaram, Manyam, Alluri, Kakinada, Konaseema, Thugo, Pago, Eluru, Krishna, NTR, Guntur, Bapatla, Palnadu, Prakasam, and Nellore are set to face scorching temperatures, with maximums ranging from 41 to 42.5 degrees Celsius. Ellundi is likely to record maximum temperatures between 40 to 41 degrees Celsius.
Hans India
05-06-2025
- Climate
- Hans India
Temperatures rise in AP, Telangana amid slowdown of monsoon activity
The Telugu states Andhra Pradesh and Telangana are currently experiencing unusual weather conditions, characterised by intense heat and occasional moderate rain. Residents are suffering from heat and heat-related illnesses, as temperatures—having recently dipped due to rain—are on the rise once more. Meteorological officials attribute the increase in temperatures, notably exceeding 40 degrees Celsius in many areas, to a slowdown in the monsoon and the impact of the Rohini Karte phenomenon. The Amaravati Meteorological Centre has warned that temperatures may reach highs of 41 degrees Celsius across several districts on Thursday. It is anticipated that maximum temperatures in Andhra Pradesh could increase by 2 to 3 degrees over the next two days. In particular, districts such as Vizianagaram, Alluri Sitarama Raju, Kakinada, East Godavari, West Godavari, Eluru, and Krishna are expected to experience sweltering conditions, with maximum readings between 40 and 41 degrees Celsius. Meanwhile, light to moderate rainfall is forecast for Bapatla and Palnadu districts. On Wednesday, Jangameshwarapur recorded the highest temperature at 41 degrees Celsius, with Narsapur close behind at 40.9 degrees. Other notable readings included Kavali and Nellore at 39.6 degrees, Tuni and Gannavaram at 39.4 degrees, Nandyal at 39 degrees, YSR Kadapa at 38.2 degrees, and Tirupati at 38 degrees each. In Telangana, conditions are similarly warm, as reported by the Hyderabad Meteorological Centre. The state is experiencing rising temperatures due to the slow progression of the southwest monsoon. Light rain with gusty winds up to 30 to 40 kilometres per hour is expected in some districts on Thursday and Friday. The forecast indicates that maximum temperatures could reach 38 degrees Celsius in Nalgonda and Bhadrachalam, while a minimum of 34 degrees is projected for Mahabubnagar.
Hans India
03-06-2025
- Climate
- Hans India
Southwest monsoon to brings rains in AP and Telangana
The Southwest Monsoon is making its presence felt in the Telugu states, with the Meteorological Department issuing an alert for rainfall across Andhra Pradesh and Telangana. According to a statement from the Amaravati Meteorological Centre on Tuesday, rain is expected in Andhra Pradesh over the next three days. Meteorologists have noted that winds in the lower tropospheric area are blowing from the southwest to the west in Andhra Pradesh - Yanam, leading to the forecasted weather patterns. On Tuesday, light to moderate rainfall and showers are likely at isolated locations in North Coastal Andhra and South Coastal Andhra Pradesh accompanied by strong gusty winds reaching speeds of 30-40 km per hour. The weather is expected to be hot and humid, creating uncomfortable conditions. For Wednesday and Thursday, similar weather is anticipated, with light to moderate rains or thundershowers expected in some areas. Thunderstorms may occur, featuring lightning and strong gusty winds of 30-40 km per hour, alongside persistently hot and humid conditions. On Tuesday, light to moderate rains or showers are expected at a few places in Rayalaseema again with strong gusty winds of 30-40 km per hour. On both Wednesday and Thursday, light to moderate rains or thundershowers are forecast to occur at isolated locations, with thunderstorms producing lightning and strong winds. Residents of the affected areas are advised to stay vigilant and take necessary precautions during this period of unsettled weather.
