Andhra Pradesh: Meteorological Department Issues Key Warning for Districts Amidst Five-Day Heavy Rain Forecast
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AP Braces for 5 Days of Heavy Rains: Met Department Issues Key Warnings
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News18•16-03-2026, 18:04
AP Braces for 5 Days of Heavy Rains: Met Department Issues Key Warnings
•Visakhapatnam Meteorological Department forecasts 5 days of light to moderate rains and thundershowers across Andhra Pradesh due to a Bay of Bengal trough.
•North Coastal AP to see rains from March 17, while South Coastal districts will experience them from March 18, with lightning possible.
•Heavy rains expected in Alluri Sitarama Raju, Srikakulam, Vizianagaram, Visakhapatnam, East and West Godavari, Tirupati, Kurnool, Nandyal, Kadapa, and Nellore districts.
•Warnings issued for strong winds (30-50 KM/hr) in coastal areas, advising fishermen to be vigilant for three days.
•Public urged to be cautious of lightning strikes and avoid staying under trees during the heavy rainfall.
