IMD issues orange alert, Hyderabad Police advise avoiding travel
Hyderabad IMD warned of isolated strong surface winds reaching 30–40 kmph across Telangana, urging residents to remain cautious during adverse weather.
- Orange alert in effect for Kamareddy, Medchal-Malkajgiri, Medak and Sangareddy; rain and winds expected across Hyderabad and surrounding districts.
- Police advise avoiding unnecessary travel; stay indoors if possible and complete outdoor tasks before rain intensifies.
- Do not drive through waterlogged roads or low-lying flood-prone areas; reduce speed and maintain distance.
- Risks include waterlogging, poor visibility, slippery roads, and wind-related hazards like falling trees and loose hoardings.
- Residents should avoid large trees and weak structures; report live wires or damaged poles to authorities.
Hyderabad: In view of the orange alert issued for Kamareddy, Medchal-Malkajgiri, Medak, and Sangareddy, the Hyderabad police have issued a safety advisory on Monday, August 3. The alert comes as the Hyderabad Meteorological Centre warned of light to moderate thundershowers with strong winds—speeds reaching 40 kilometres per hour—across other districts including Hyderabad, Nizamabad, Nalgonda, Warangal, Yadadri Bhuvanagiri, Rangareddy, and Khammam.
“Strong surface winds up to (30–40 kmph) very likely to prevail at isolated pockets over Telangana,” the IMD said in its August 3 notification. The forecast has put commuters on edge, especially since heavy downpours are likely during evening peak hours.
Traffic police have advised people, specifically those returning home from offices, to take proper precautions and plan their travel to avoid traffic snarls and waterlogging.
He urged citizens to avoid unnecessary travel unless absolutely needed and stay indoors. “Avoid unnecessary travel unless it’s an emergency. Do not step out of your homes.
The IMD said strong surface winds similar to those on Monday will persist till August 9 over various parts of Telangana. That means the cautionary window is not just for one evening; it extends through the week, with intermittent spells of rain and gusty winds likely to disrupt commutes and outdoor activities.
For many, the advisory is a reminder of how quickly Hyderabad’s streets can turn into temporary streams during intense spells. Low-lying underpasses, flyover approaches and stretches near nalas are known trouble spots. Even moderate rain can cause sudden waterlogging, leaving two-wheelers and small cars stranded. The police message is clear: if you must drive, slow down, keep a safe distance, and avoid cutting through flooded stretches.
The broader picture for Telangana is also worth watching. The orange alert indicates the potential for heavy to very heavy rainfall at isolated places, along with thunder and lightning. In such conditions, the risk is not just from rain but from wind gusts that can uproot trees, damage hoardings and bring down loose electrical lines. Residents are advised to stay away from large trees and weak structures, and to report any live wires or damaged poles to local authorities.
For students and parents, the advisory carries practical implications. Evening tuition, coaching classes and extracurricular activities may need to be postponed or shifted online if the forecast holds. Employers, too, are being nudged to consider flexible hours or early closures on days when the alert is active, to reduce the number of people on the road during peak rainfall.