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Deep Depression Unleashes Heavy Rains Across Andhra Pradesh; Red Alert Issued
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News18•23-09-2026, 15:30
Deep Depression Unleashes Heavy Rains Across Andhra Pradesh; Red Alert Issued
- •A deep depression over the Bay of Bengal has brought heavy rainfall to several parts of Andhra Pradesh, with Palasa in Srikakulam district recording the highest at 14 cm.
- •Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu has directed district collectors and officials to remain alert, monitor river inflows, and ensure the safety of residents in vulnerable areas.
- •The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a red alert for extremely heavy rainfall in Srikakulam, Vizianagaram, Parvatipuram Manyam, and Alluri Sitarama Raju (ASR) districts.
- •Widespread waterlogging, traffic disruptions, uprooted trees, and potential breaches in dams and reservoirs are among the warnings issued by the IMD.
- •Incessant rains have already inundated agricultural fields, low-lying areas, and roads in Srikakulam district, with some homes affected and a tree uprooted.
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Palasa in Srikakulam district recorded the highest rainfall of 14 cm under the influence of the deep depression over the Bay of Bengal.
The deep depression is very likely to move west-northwestwards and cross the North Andhra Pradesh and South Odisha coasts between Visakhapatnam and Gopalpur, close to Kalingapatnam.
APSDMA managing director Prakhar Jain advised residents in low-lying areas to remain cautious of sudden floods and strictly warned fishermen to avoid venturing into the sea for fishing.
