Heavy rains accompanied by thunderstorms lash Hyderabad

Khairatabad recorded the highest rainfall at 51.3 mm.

Hyderabad: A massive downpour accompanied by thunderstorms lashed Hyderabad on Thursday, causing widespread flooding and disruption across various neighbourhoods.

Residents contended with waterlogged streets and homes, grappling with the chaotic aftermath of the downpour.

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According to the data by the Telangana State Development Planning Society (TSDPS), Secunderabad received the highest rainfall, reaching a staggering 116.5 mm by 6 pm. Beginning around 3 pm, Amberpet received 84.5 mm, trailed closely by Nampally with 83 mm.

Moreover, the majority of city districts reported rainfall surpassing 30 mm.

Though the day began with a little cloud cover, it soon got into the usual summer mode with the mercury slowly moving upwards.

By noon, the hot weather conditions peaked, leaving many giving up hope for some respite. However, around 1 pm, some of the outskirts received a lashing but the rains ceased immediately.

A couple of hours later, rain began in some parts and soon spread to cover the entire city and suburbs. In Telangana, Nagarkurnool, Medchal-Malkajgiri, Medchal, Siddipet, Medak, Vikarabad, Kamareddy, Sircilla, Rangareddy, Karimnagar, Sangareddy, YadadriBhongir and other districts received rainfall ranging from 40-50 mm.

On Thursday, Hyderabad recorded a maximum temperature of 35.6 degrees C. The Indian Meteorological Department (IMD) predicts moderate rainfall in the city over the next four days, offering respite from the intense heat.

The rain prompted concerns for the upcoming Sunrisers Hyderabad match against Gujarat Tigers at the Rajiv Gandhi International Cricket Stadium in Uppal, with forecasts predicting further downpours.

Heavy rains likely for 4 days

The IMD has issued a yellow alert for the next four days across the State, signalling heavy rains. Further, IMD advises vigilance during rains, urging people to refrain from seeking shelter under trees, which could pose risks, and to steer clear of electric poles and wires.

Waterlogged roads affect motorists hard

Several areas in Old City were affected due to heavy rains that lashed on Thursday. Heavy waterlogging on the roads was reported at Yakutpura Bada Bazar, Dabeerpura, Malakpet, Rajendranagar, Aramgarh, Bandlaguda, Al Jubail Colony, Tallabkatta, among other places.

Motorists faced problems as their vehicles broke down due to waterlogging on the roads. Tree felling incidents were reported from some areas while there was large scale power disruption.