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A deep depression over the west-central Bay of Bengal is intensifying and heading toward the Odisha-Andhra coastline. Heavy rainfall with strong winds has already begun lashing Visakhapatnam, causing flooding in low-lying areas. The Cyclone Warning Centre has issued orange alerts for multiple coastal districts expecting heavy to very heavy rainfall. Authorities are monitoring river levels and preparing emergency responses as the system approaches landfall.

Key Points: Deep Depression Intensifies Bringing Heavy Rain to Coastal Andhra

  • Deep depression centered 300 km from Visakhapatnam intensifying in Bay of Bengal
  • Strong winds of 40-50 kmph expected across coastal Andhra districts
  • Orange alert issued for Srikakulam, Visakhapatnam, and eight other north coastal districts
  • Agriculture Minister directs officials to prepare emergency response for flood situation
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Heavy rain likely in coastal Andhra as depression intensifies

Deep depression over Bay of Bengal to cross Odisha-Andhra coast, triggering heavy rainfall, strong winds, and flood alerts across coastal districts. Orange alert issued.

"Heavy to very heavy rainfall likely to occur at one or two places - Cyclone Warning Centre"

Visakhapatnam, Oct 2

The depression over westcentral Bay of Bengal has intensified into a deep depression and is likely to cross Odisha and adjoining Andhra Pradesh coasts between Gopalpur and Paradip on Thursday night, Visakhapatnam Cyclone Warning Centre said.

The deep depression lay centred at 300 km from Visakhapatnam, 300 km from Gopalpur (Odisha), and 400 km from Paradip (Odisha).

Strong winds with a speed of 40-50 kmph likely at isolated places over Coastal Andhra Pradesh and Yanam.

Heavy rain with strong winds lashed Visakhapatnam, inundating low-lying areas. Electricity supply was also disrupted in some areas.

Under the impact of deep depression, heavy rain is likely in north and south coastal districts.

According to Cyclone Warning Centre, heavy to very heavy rainfall likely to occur at one or two places over Srikakulam, Parvathipuram Manyam, Vizianagaram, Visakhapatnam, Alluri Sitharama Raju, Anakapalli, Kakinada, Yanam, Dr. B.R. Ambedkar Konaseema and East Godavari. districts of north coastal Andhra Pradesh and Yanam. An orange alert has been issued for these districts.

Heavy rainfall is also likely to occur at one or two places over the districts of West Godavari, Eluru, NTR, Krishna, Guntur, Palnadu, Bapatla and Prakasam districts of coastal Andhra Pradesh and Yanam.

Agriculture Minister K. Atchannaidu has alerted officials in view of the heavy rains forecast in north coastal Andhra over the next two days.

He spoke to Collector and Superintendent of Police of Srikakulam district to review the preparedness. He enquired about the flood situation in Nagavali and Vamsadhara rivers and directed officials to be ready to face any emergency situation.

Meanwhile, the flood flow in Krishna and Godavari rivers have started to recede.

According to Andhra Pradesh Disaster Management Authority, the inflow at Prakasam Barrage on Thursday 3.84 lakh cusecs. Authorities were releasing 3.99 lakh cusecs downstream. They have withdrawn the first warning at Prakasam Barrage.

The floodwater in Godavari was also receding. The inflow and outflow at Dowleswaram were 12,05,753 cusecs. The Disaster Management Authority said people should remain vigilant until the floodwater completely subsides.

- IANS

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Rohit P
Good to see the government is taking proactive measures. The Agriculture Minister's involvement shows they're serious about disaster management. Hope farmers have taken necessary precautions for their crops.
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Sarah B
The orange alert is concerning. Having lived through the 2014 cyclone in Vizag, I know how quickly these situations can escalate. People should stock up on essentials and avoid unnecessary travel.
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Arjun K
While the warnings are timely, I hope the local administration has actually improved their ground-level preparedness since last year's floods. Many low-lying areas still lack proper drainage systems.
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Kavya N
The floodwater receding in Krishna and Godavari is a relief, but as the article says, we need to remain vigilant. Nature can be unpredictable during monsoon season. 🌧️
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Michael C
The detailed district-wise information is very helpful. My family in Kakinada was worried, but now they know exactly what to expect. Thank you for the comprehensive coverage.

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