The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued red, orange, and yellow alerts for all districts in Telangana on Sunday, September 1. Heavy rains have affected various parts of the state, causing flooding in low-lying areas and disrupting road connectivity between villages. In response, the state government has instructed district collectors to implement measures to mitigate potential loss of life and property.
- Weather Alerts: The IMD has issued red, orange, and yellow weather alerts for Telangana on September 1 due to ongoing and anticipated rainfall.
- Safety Measures: Chief Secretary Santhi Kumari has instructed district collectors to enforce safety protocols in light of the heavy rain forecast for the next two days.
- Flooding: Streams have overflowed in districts including Mahabubabad, Narayanpet, and Khammam, following the recent heavy rains.
- Emergency Response: National Disaster Response Force (NDRF) teams are on standby in Hyderabad and Vijayawada, ready for deployment if needed.
- Control Rooms: The state government has mandated the setup of control rooms in every district collector’s office, the Greater Hyderabad Municipal Corporation (GHMC), and the state secretariat.
- Monitoring: District administrations are required to appoint officers specifically to oversee the situation of overflowing streams.
- School Closures: Due to the red alert in Hyderabad, all primary and secondary schools will be closed on September 2.
- Public Health Advisory: The state government has advised measures to prevent contamination of water tanks and ensure proper chlorination to avoid disease outbreaks.
- Weather Forecast: Hyderabad is expected to experience moderate to heavy rain or thunderstorms in the next 48 hours, with surface winds reaching 30-40 km/h.
- Evacuation and Relief: Plans are in place for evacuating residents from flood-affected areas and setting up relief camps. The irrigation department has been placed on high alert to ensure they remain vigilant and take necessary precautions.
