Torrential Rains in Telangana: IMD Issues Red Alert for Hyderabad

Hyderabad, July 19, 2025 (Maxim News): The city of Hyderabad is bracing for another spell of intense rainfall, with the India Meteorological Department (IMD) issuing an alert for heavy to very heavy rains today. While the mornings have seen clear skies and sunshine, sudden downpours during the evening hours have left several parts of the city waterlogged over the past two days.

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The IMD has forecast that torrential rain is expected between 3 PM and 11 PM today, urging residents across the city and surrounding areas to avoid venturing outdoors unless absolutely necessary. In its advisory, the department also warned people not to shelter under trees during thunderstorms due to the risk of lightning strikes.

Officials are anticipating severe traffic congestion, especially in key city zones, but with many IT offices closed today, a slight reduction in vehicular movement is expected. Still, residents have been strongly advised to step out only in emergencies, particularly those living in low-lying and flood-prone areas.

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According to the forecast:

• Rainfall is expected to begin after 3 PM, intensifying into the evening.
• Areas likely to be affected by light to moderate rains include:
  Shamshabad, Chilkur, Secunderabad, Ghatkesar, Keesara, Medchal, Jinnaram, Isnapur, Shankarpalli, Chevella, Maheshwaram, and Narsapur.
• Thunderstorms with lightning are predicted around 4 PM in:
  Abdullapurmet, Secunderabad, Shamirpet, Medchal, Tupran, Narsapur, Shamshabad, and Maheshwaram.
• By 5 PM, moderate rain is expected in:
  Abdullapurmet, Secunderabad, Ghatkesar, Keesara, Bhuvanagiri, Yadagirigutta, Shamirpet, Medchal, Bonthapally, Tupran, Narsapur, and Chegunta.
• At 6 PM, Hyderabad and surrounding suburbs could witness light rain, followed by moderate showers till 11 PM in areas such as:
  Choutuppal, Ellanki, Veligonda, Budhan Pochampally, Bhuvanagiri, Yadagirigutta, Aleru, and Motkur.

Authorities have put emergency response teams on alert and requested residents in vulnerable areas to stay updated through official sources. Waterlogging, tree falls, and power outages could occur in some localities, and precautionary measures have been advised.

Key Advice for the Public:

• Avoid unnecessary travel between 3 PM and 11 PM
• Do not shelter under trees during rain or thunderstorms
• Stay indoors, especially in low-lying areas prone to flooding
• Follow alerts issued by GHMC and IMD through reliable news sources and government apps

With the monsoon intensifying across Telangana, authorities are continuing to monitor the evolving weather situation closely. Citizens are urged to cooperate with local officials and prioritize safety.

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