The meteorological department has issued an intense thunderstorm warning for several districts across North, Central, and East Telangana today. Residents in the affected areas are advised to remain alert as weather conditions are expected to deteriorate from afternoon through nighttime hours. The warning covers multiple districts where scattered to isolated thunderstorms are anticipated with varying intensity levels.
Districts including Adilabad, Asifabad, Nirmal, Nizamabad, Jagitial, Mancherial, Bhupalapally, Mulugu, Karimnagar, Sircilla, Peddapalli, and Bhadradri-Kothagudem are expected to experience scattered intense thunderstorms during the afternoon to night period. Weather authorities have emphasized that these areas will witness the most severe thunderstorm activity, urging residents to take necessary precautions and avoid outdoor activities during peak storm hours.
Meanwhile, Siddipet, Medak, Yadadri-Bhongir, Jangaon, Warangal, Sangareddy, and Rangareddy districts are likely to receive isolated to scattered moderate thunderstorms. These areas may experience relatively less intense weather conditions compared to the northern and eastern districts, though caution is still advised. Local authorities in these regions have been put on alert to respond to any weather-related emergencies.
The state capital Hyderabad is expected to witness isolated thunderstorms during night hours today. Weather forecasters have indicated that the city may experience a spell of intense thunderstorm activity either on May 6 or May 7. Residents of the capital city are advised to monitor weather updates closely over the next few days and prepare for possible heavy rainfall and strong winds.
The thunderstorm warning comes as part of the pre-monsoon weather pattern affecting various parts of Telangana. Local administration across all affected districts has been advised to remain prepared for potential disruptions to normal life, including power outages and waterlogging in low-lying areas. Citizens are urged to stay indoors during thunderstorm activity and avoid standing under trees or near electrical installations.
