Rains lash Hyderabad; IMD forecasts more downpours for next 4 days
Hyderabad, May 16 — Heavy rains pounded Hyderabad on Thursday evening, leading to severe waterlogging and traffic snarls across several parts of the city. The Indian Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a yellow alert, warning of more intense showers over the next four days.
Low-lying areas such as Malakpet, Mehdipatnam, LB Nagar, and Kukatpally experienced major water accumulation, disrupting daily life. Commuters were stranded for hours as roads turned into temporary streams.
According to IMD, the rainfall is due to a cyclonic circulation over South Telangana and adjoining Andhra Pradesh. This system is expected to bring moderate to heavy rains in isolated areas until at least Monday.
GHMC (Greater Hyderabad Municipal Corporation) teams were deployed late in the evening to clear clogged drains and manage water flow. However, residents complained of poor drainage infrastructure and lack of preparedness.
Many schools and offices reported lower attendance as heavy morning showers disrupted transportation. Citizens took to social media to share visuals of flooded streets and overflowing nalas.
“Drive cautiously and avoid venturing into waterlogged zones,” warned a GHMC official. “Emergency response teams are on alert round the clock.”
The city’s famed Hussain Sagar lake saw a sudden rise in water levels, raising concerns among environmentalists about potential overflows if rains continue.
The Hyderabad Traffic Police have also issued an advisory asking people to plan their travel routes in advance and stay updated through official alerts.
Meanwhile, IMD has cautioned districts surrounding Hyderabad, including Rangareddy and Medchal-Malkajgiri, to brace for thunderstorms and gusty winds.
Farmers and agricultural experts welcomed the rains, hoping they would bring relief from the dry spell observed earlier this summer. However, the risk of flash floods remains high.
Citizens are advised to monitor IMD updates regularly and follow safety instructions issued by local authorities.
Stay tuned for more weather updates and traffic advisories as the situation develops.
