September 4 Rains in AP and Telangana: Live Updates!
Flood Crisis in Andhra Pradesh and Telangana:
Mylavaram continuous rain: Continuous rain with thunder and lightning since midnight has raised concerns of potential flooding in Budameru, prompting safety warnings for residents in low-lying areas.
Konaseema District: Nonstop heavy rain in Kothapeta and Mummidivaram constituencies has led to school closures and flooding in government offices, including the Tahsildar's office and police station.
Vijayawada: Food and water supplies for flood victims are insufficient. Limited aid is being sent by boat, with the government distributing food in unaffected areas. Due to this, residents are frustrated with the government's response and media focus. According to the reports, three lakh people have been stranded at home for four days
Asna Cyclone Warnings: The Asna cyclone is strengthening over the Arabian Sea. It is expected to affect Gujarat, Rajasthan, Madhya Pradesh, Maharashtra, Telangana, and Karnataka in the next 24 hours.
Mahabubabad District: Chief Minister Revanth Reddy visited the family of scientist Ashwini, who died in the floods. Dr. Ashwini and her father, Motilal, were swept away in Purushottamayyagudem.
Traffic Resumes to Hyderabad: Traffic between Vijayawada and Hyderabad has resumed. Telangana police have permitted vehicles from Andhra Pradesh to enter the state.
Flood Threat in Repalle: Repalle faces a potential flood threat. If heavy rains continue, floodwaters are likely to enter the town.
Traffic Halted on Barrage: Traffic across the Prakasam Barrage has been stopped due to the dangerous flow of the Krishna River.
Tears in Singhnagar: Singhnagar residents are struggling without food and water, risking their lives to get supplies.
YS Jagan to Visit Vijayawada Soon: YS Jagan is visiting Vijayawada's flood-affected areas to meet victims and assess the situation
Chandrababu Naidu's Residence Flooded: Heavy floodwaters have entered former CM Chandrababu Naidu's residence. Staff are using pumps and sandbags to control the situation, and the family evacuated yesterday.
Telangana Increases Compensation: Telangana's government has raised flood victim compensation from ₹4 lakhs to ₹ five lakhs.
AP High Court Closes Due to Flooding: Floodwaters forced the Andhra Pradesh High Court to halt operations on Monday.
CM Revanth Reddy's Request to PM Modi: Telangana CM Revanth Reddy has urged PM Modi to visit flood-affected areas and release immediate aid.
Krishna River Poses Threat in Vijayawada: Erosion near the Krishna River's retaining wall has caused alarm in Vijayawada, with police reinforcing the area.
NDRF Teams Deployed: The Centre has sent special NDRF teams to assist in Vijayawada, with additional support from Navy helicopters and rescue teams.
Moosi River Overflow: Heavy rains have caused the Moosi River to overflow in Shankarpally, prompting warnings.
Krishnalanka Residents Thank Jagan Mohan Reddy: Residents expressed gratitude to Jagan Mohan Reddy, crediting a retaining wall for saving their lives.
Railway Disruptions: Over 432 trains have been cancelled in the South Central Railway region, with restoration work underway.
Deputy CM Bhatti Reviews Situation: Telangana's Deputy CM Bhatti Vikramarka is monitoring the flood situation and ensuring essential services continue.
CM Revanth Reddy to Visit Khammam: The CM plans to inspect flood-affected areas in Khammam today.
Boat Accident: A patrol boat capsized in the Krishna River near Thotlavalluru Mandal.
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