The Moosarambagh Bridge in Amberpet, Hyderabad, was closed following a sharp rise in water levels due to heavy rainfall in the catchment areas. Inflows from twin reservoirs were released on Friday evening, prompting traffic diversions.
The HMWSSB has warned of a possible opening of floodgates at the Himayatsagar reservoir due to rising inflows from continuous rainfall in the catchment areas. Authorities, including revenue and police departments, have been advised to implement flood standard operating procedures (SoPs) and prepare for potential downstream impact.
