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Red Alert Issued for Flash Flood Risk in Andhra Pradesh, Including Visakhapatnam
✍️ The Economic Times
🗓 24 Sep 2026, 03:18 AM
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The India Meteorological Department has issued a red alert for flash flood risk across several districts of Andhra Pradesh, with Visakhapatnam among the affected areas. Authorities urge residents to stay vigilant and follow safety advisories.
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) issued a red alert on Thursday after forecasting heavy to very heavy rainfall in parts of Andhra Pradesh, raising concerns of sudden flash floods.
The alert covers several districts, with Visakhapatnam specifically named as one of the areas likely to experience intense rain and waterlogging. District administrations have been asked to monitor river levels and prepare evacuation plans.
State disaster response teams have been placed on standby, and relief centres are being readied to assist any affected communities. Officials continue to monitor the weather situation and will update the public as conditions evolve.
The alert covers several districts, with Visakhapatnam specifically named as one of the areas likely to experience intense rain and waterlogging. District administrations have been asked to monitor river levels and prepare evacuation plans.
State disaster response teams have been placed on standby, and relief centres are being readied to assist any affected communities. Officials continue to monitor the weather situation and will update the public as conditions evolve.