Heavy rains have caused major disruptions in Telangana and Andhra Pradesh, leading to significant flooding and transportation issues across the region.
NH 65 Affected, Rescue Operations Save 30
National Highway No. 65 has been particularly affected, with thousands of vehicles stranded due to overflowing rivers and streams. In some places, water is flowing directly over the highway, making it impassable. Emergency services conducted a dramatic rescue operation in Nallabandagudem village, saving 30 passengers from a bus caught in the floodwaters of the Paleru stream.
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🔸Evacuated 22 people (Male-15 & Female-07)
🔸from flooded areas of NTR Dist. (AP)#Committed2Serve #NDRF4U@HMOIndia@PIBHomeAffairs @ANI pic.twitter.com/GM6zQba35o
— NDRF 🇮🇳 (@NDRFHQ) August 31, 2024TSRTC And APSRTC Suspend Bus Services
Both the Telangana State Road Transport Corporation (TSRTC) and Andhra Pradesh State Road Transport Corporation (APSRTC) have suspended bus services between Hyderabad and Vijayawada due to the hazardous conditions. The swollen Chimiryala Vagu at the interstate border has further complicated travel on the highway. Buses are being rerouted through Guntur, and vehicles headed for north coastal Andhra Pradesh are being diverted through Khammam.
Holiday Declared In Telangana On Monday
In response to the severe weather, the Telangana government has declared a holiday for all educational institutions across the state on Monday, September 2. “All government and private schools will be closed tomorrow, and government department holidays are cancelled,” said Minister Ponguleti Srinivas Reddy.
110 Villages Submerged, Over 100 Stranded On Rooftops
The rainfall has wreaked havoc across both states, with major cities like Hyderabad and Vijayawada experiencing significant flooding. Khammam district is among the worst-hit areas, with 110 villages submerged. Over 100 people are stranded on hillocks and rooftops, awaiting rescue. Union Minister Bandi Sanjay Kumar reported that nine National Disaster Response Force (NDRF) teams have been deployed to assist with rescue operations.
99 Trains Cancelled, 54 Diverted
The heavy rains have also caused significant damage to infrastructure. Railway tracks have been washed away, leading to the cancellation of 99 trains and the diversion of 54 others. Floodwaters have submerged several houses and roads, with some residents, including a woman who was killed by a falling rock in Andhra Pradesh, experiencing severe impacts.
CM Naidu Calls From Advanced Technologies
In Andhra Pradesh’s Vijayawada, villages such as Ambapuram and Nunna are completely submerged. The NDRF, along with local authorities, has been working to relocate affected residents to safety. Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu has reviewed the situation and asked for advanced technologies like drones to assist in assessing the flood’s impact.
Red Alerts Issued For Various Districts
The India Meteorological Department has issued red alerts for various districts, predicting continued heavy rainfall. The weather office has also warned of possible thunderstorms and lightning in the coming days. Authorities are urging residents to stay indoors and avoid non-essential travel. Emergency helplines are active to support those in need, and efforts are underway to manage the ongoing crisis.
Depression over South Odisha and adjoining South Chhattisgarh and north Andhra Pradesh abt 60 km southeast of Jagdalpur, 70 km northeast of Malkangiri.Likely to move across South Odisha,South Chhattisgarh and Vidarbha and weaken into Well Marked Low Pressure Area during nxt 24hrs pic.twitter.com/NquuptJtW5
— India Meteorological Department (@Indiametdept) September 1, 2024