AP, Telangana: Record Cold Grips States, More Severe Weather Ahead

• Telugu states are experiencing an intensifying cold wave, with minimum temperatures dropping to single digits and 6-7 degrees below normal.
• Alluri Sitarama Raju district's agency areas in AP are severely affected, with places like Minumuluru recording 4°C and Araku 4.6°C.
• The Hyderabad Meteorological Center forecasts continued cold for 2-3 days, with temperatures in Telangana's northern and central parts dropping 3-4 degrees below normal.
• The cold is attributed to north winds from the Himalayas, dry weather, and a lack of cloud cover, leading to rapid heat loss at night.
• Authorities advise residents, especially the elderly and children, to take precautions, and farmers to protect their crops from the cold.

Why It Matters: Extreme cold in AP/Telangana affects daily life; precautions needed.