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Hans India
12 hours ago
- Climate
- Hans India
Srisailam Reservoir overflows amid heavy rains
The Srisailam reservoir is currently experiencing waterlogging as heavy rains in the upper reaches have led to increased flood flow in the Krishna River. The water level at the Srisailam project has now reached 847 feet, approaching its full capacity of 885 feet. With a total storage capacity of 215 TMC, the reservoir currently holds 72.5 TMC of water, raising concerns about potential flooding in the surrounding areas. Authorities are closely monitoring the situation as they prepare for ongoing rainfall in the region. Meanwhile, the Meteorological Department has issued alerts for the Telugu states of Andhra Pradesh and Telangana due to the expansion of the southwest monsoon, surface circulation in the Bay of Bengal, and the influence of a trough. Predictions indicate moderate to heavy rainfall across these regions over the coming days.
Hans India
13 hours ago
- Climate
- Hans India
Rain alert issued to AP and Telangana for three days
The Meteorological Department has issued alerts for the Telugu states of Andhra Pradesh and Telangana due to the expansion of the southwest monsoon, surface circulation in the Bay of Bengal, and the influence of a trough. Predictions indicate moderate to heavy rainfall across these regions over the coming days. According to the Hyderabad Meteorological Centre, moderate rains accompanied by thunder and lightning are expected in several districts of Telangana on Friday and Saturday. Additionally, strong gusty winds, reaching speeds of 40 to 50 kilometres per hour, are forecasted for all districts in Telangana during this period. Today, isolated locations across the following districts may experience moderate rain, thunder, and lightning: Adilabad, Komarambhim, Mancherial, Nirmal, Nizamabad, Jagityala, Rajanna Sircilla, Karimnagar, Peddapalli, Jayashankar Bhupalapally, Mulugu, Bhadradri Kothagudem, Khammam, Nalgonda, Suryapet, Mahabubabad, Warangal, Hanmakonda, Jangaon, Siddipet, Yadadri Bhuvanagiri, Rangareddy, Hyderabad, Medchal Malkajgiri, Vikarabad, Sangareddy, Medak, and Kamareddy. Temperatures are projected to vary, with Nalgonda reaching a maximum of 36.5 degrees Celsius and Mahabubnagar experiencing a minimum of 31 degrees Celsius on Friday. In Andhra Pradesh, ongoing rains are attributed to the influences of the southwest monsoon, surface circulation, and troughs. The AP Disaster Management Organization has noted that light rain could occur in districts including Alluri Seetharamaraju, Anakapalle, Kakinada, Konaseema, East Godavari, West Godavari, Eluru, Krishna, NTR, Guntur, Bapatla, and Palnadu. Residents of both states are advised to stay alert and take necessary precautions during this period of adverse weather.
Arab News
15 hours ago
- Climate
- Arab News
Pakistan issues pre-monsoon rain alert from today, warns of urban flooding and damage risks
ISLAMABAD: Pakistan's Meteorological Department (PMD) has forecast pre-monsoon rains across various parts of the country from today, Friday, warning of possible urban flooding and infrastructure damage in several regions. The alert comes as Pakistan braces for another season of extreme weather, following deadly heatwaves and catastrophic floods in recent years. Ranked among the ten most climate-vulnerable countries in the world, Pakistan is ramping up preparedness efforts, especially in Punjab, where authorities expect significantly above-average rainfall this monsoon. 'Pre-monsoon rains are predicted in the country from June 20-23 with occasional gaps,' the PMD said in its advisory issued on Thursday. 'Moist currents from Bay of Bengal and Arabian Sea are penetrating upper and central parts of the country and a westerly wave is also likely to approach upper parts on June 20.' The department said dust storms, rain with wind and thundershowers, including isolated heavy rainfall and hailstorms, were expected in parts of Kashmir, Gilgit-Baltistan and numerous districts of Punjab and northwestern Khyber Pakhtunkhwa. Affected areas include Islamabad, Rawalpindi, Lahore, Faisalabad, Peshawar, Mardan, Swat, Chitral, Abbottabad and Waziristan among others. Similar conditions were also forecast for Sukkur, Larkana, Dadu, and Jacobabad in Sindh province from June 22 to 24. PMD cautioned that such weather could damage loose infrastructure such as electric poles, trees, vehicles and solar panels, particularly in upper and central regions including Islamabad. It added that intense heat was expected to ease gradually over the forecast period, advising farmers to plan agricultural activities accordingly. PMD also warned urban flooding could occur in Lahore, Gujranwala and the Islamabad-Rawalpindi region. Authorities have urged the public, travelers and tourists to exercise caution. ABOVE-NORMAL RAINFALL Meanwhile, the Provincial Disaster Management Authority (PDMA) of Punjab said on Thursday the province was likely to experience 25 percent more rainfall this monsoon season, with northeastern districts expected to receive 40 percent to 60 percent above-normal rainfall. 'This projection necessitates proactive and coordinated efforts to mitigate risks associated with urban and riverine flooding,' the authority said, adding that all necessary arrangements had been completed to respond to any emergencies. The provincial government has begun distributing pamphlets to raise public awareness about the dangers of floods, heavy rains and strong winds. Pakistan experienced devastating floods in 2022 that left more than 1,700 people dead and displaced over 33 million across the country. Experts described the disaster as a consequence of climate change, after floodwaters destroyed homes, farmland, and public infrastructure, causing financial losses exceeding $35 billion.
Time of India
2 days ago
- Climate
- Time of India
Monsoon advances, brings respite from soaring temp
Indore: The south-west monsoon progressed further in Madhya Pradesh on Wednesday, advancing into northern and central districts, including Neemuch, Mandsaur, Ratlam and Ujjain. The advancement brought much-needed relief from the summer heat as many parts of the state experienced thunderstorms and moderate to heavy rainfall. In western MP, showers were especially intense in Mandsaur, Ratlam and Barwani on Wednesday. During the last 24 hours, Anjad in Barwani recorded the highest rainfall at 20 mm, followed by Alot (17 mm), Manasa (16 mm), Rama (13.2 mm), and Jawad (13 mm). Rainfall also continued in Indore, Dhar, Ujjain and adjoining regions. According to the Meteorological Department, rainfall activity is likely to intensify further due to four active weather systems currently influencing the region. "Currently, a low-pressure area over Gujarat and adjoining regions, coupled with cyclonic circulation, western disturbance and trough activity, are influencing weather patterns. These systems are expected to maintain rainy conditions over Madhya Pradesh for the next four days," said Dr Divya E. Surendran, senior meteorologist. On Wednesday, Indore experienced cloudy skies with light rainfall and a noticeable drop in temperature. The maximum temperature settled at 31.4 degrees Celsius, which is four degrees below normal, while the evening temperature dipped further to 27 degrees Celsius. Relative humidity remained high at 89%, contributing to the sultry conditions. Winds blew from the south-southwest at the speed of 20 km/hour. According to the Meteorological Department, the city recorded only 3 mm rainfall in the past 24 hours but more showers are expected in the coming days due to active monsoon systems. Seasonal rainfall so far stands at 16.5 mm, which is still below the average for this period. The Met Office has issued alerts for possible heavy rainfall in several districts over the next 24 hours, with isolated areas potentially receiving over 4 inches of rain. Seasonal rainfall for Indore currently stands at 13.5 mm, still 62.5 mm below average. As the monsoon continues to advance, residents across MP can expect cooler weather but authorities are also cautioning citizens to remain alert in areas prone to waterlogging and strong winds.
Express Tribune
4 days ago
- Climate
- Express Tribune
Rain forecast falls flat on face
The city recorded an extremely hot and humid day on Monday, with temperatures touching 40 degrees Celsius. Due to high humidity, residents experienced severe discomfort and suffocating weather conditions during the afternoon. Most of the day felt like a heatwave, while some suburban areas received light drizzles, leaving the rest of the city waiting in vain for rainfall. The day began with a minimum temperature of 30 degrees Celsius, and humidity spiked significantly to 73 per cent, leading to a sweltering start. As the sun blazed and wind speeds dropped, the intensity of the heat increased steadily. By afternoon, the city experienced heatwave-like conditions, accompanied by intense humidity and suffocation. According to the Meteorological Department, the maximum temperature in the city reached 40 degrees Celsius, with humidity levels at 58 per cent. The combined rise in temperature and humidity made the weather feel even hotter than it actually was. Throughout the scorching day, citizens eagerly awaited rainfall. However, apart from light drizzles and slight rain in a few suburban areas, most parts of the city remained dry. It is worth mentioning that the Meteorological Department had forecast light to moderate rain with thunder and gusty winds in the city on Monday.
