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Andhra Pradesh releases Rs 27 crore for Cyclone Arnab relief operations, deploys 15 NDRF teams

The IMD said the storm was likely to intensify further into a very severe cyclonic storm within the next 12 hours and move northwestwards after the evening of October 27. It is expected to cross the Andhra Pradesh and Yanam coasts between Bapatla and Visakhapatnam, close to Yanam, by the…

The Economic Times · Oct 26

Andhra on alert as depression over Bay of Bengal likely to intensify into severe cyclonic storm

A depression over the Bay of Bengal is expected to intensify into a severe cyclonic storm. The Andhra Pradesh State Disaster Management Authority is urging residents to stay alert and prepared. The weather system is currently moving southeastward and will likely turn northwestward in the coming days. By the morning…

The Economic Times · Oct 25

Godavari flood intensity to increase; second warning level likely at Dowleswaram on Saturday: APSDMA

The Godavari river flood intensity is expected to increase steadily due to heavy upstream rainfall. Water levels at Bhadrachalam and Kunavaram are rising, with inflow and outflow at Dowleswaram Barrage exceeding 5.3 lakh cusecs. Authorities have alerted district administrations and kept disaster response teams ready for emergencies. People in low-lying…

The Economic Times · Aug 1

Severe heat wave warning to North Coastal A.P. today

Severe heat wave expected in 62 mandals of North Coastal districts in Andhra Pradesh, easing the next day.

The Hindu · Apr 18, 2024

Mock drills on preparedness for industrial accidents mark National Safety Week in Andhra Pradesh

In a bid to ensure better preparedness for emergencies, a mock exercise was organised jointly by the National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA) and Andhra Pradesh State Disaster Management Authority (APSDMA) at the Duggirala unit of CCL Products India Limited in Guntur on March 7 (Thursday). Similar mock drills were conducted…

The Hindu · Mar 7, 2024

Severe cyclone Michaung makes landfall in Andhra Pradesh, wreaks havoc

Severe cyclone ‘Michaung’ crosses coast near Bapatla, throws life out of gear. Heavy rain and high-velocity winds with a maximum sustained speed of 90-100 kmph lash the coastal town and villages.

The Hindu · Dec 5, 2023

Depression in Bay of Bengal may turn into cyclone

A deep depression in the Bay of Bengal is likely to develop into a cyclonic storm in the next 48 hours, according to APSDMA. Heavy rainfall is expected in many parts of Andhra Pradesh on Dec 2 & 3. Fishermen and public are advised to take precautions.

The Hindu · Dec 1, 2023

Road link between A.P., Telangana cut-off as streams overflow

Road links cut off b/w AP & Telangana due to overflowing streams; Munneru & Wyra rivers in spate; incessant rains in upstream areas; tanks filled in Krishna & NTR districts; alert sounded; control room set up; officials asked to coordinate with NDRF & APSDMA; schools closed in Eluru; safety arrangements…

The Hindu · Jul 27, 2023

Rain fury in Andhra Pradesh: Residents of low-lying areas evacuated, police pickets arranged on causeways in Eluru

Eluru SP directs police to evacuate residents of low-lying areas as streams overflow. Villagers shifted to R&R Colony. Supplies of milk, water, rice, dal provided. Collector Himanshu Shukla directs flood officers to strengthen bunds. Collector V. Prasanna Venkatesh arranges medical camps, distributes ration. APSDMA predicts heavy rains in ASR, Eluru,…

The Hindu · Jul 24, 2023

Rising flood level in Godavari: APSDMA sets up control room, 24x7 helpline

APSDMA sets up 24/7 control room for Godavari flood situation. People can dial 1070/1800 425 0101 for help. NDRF/SDRF teams stationed in Alluri Sitarama Raju/Eluru districts. Officials asked to set up control rooms & make necessary arrangements. People warned to avoid fishing & venturing into river.

The Hindu · Jul 20, 2023