Cyclone Murasu Triggers Red and Orange Alerts in Telangana on November 3
The IMD has issued alerts for heavy rainfall as Cyclone Murasu approaches the Andhra Pradesh coast.
Red alert issued for Nalgonda and Nagarkurnool districts.
Orange alert in Suryapet, Mahabubnagar, and Wanaparthy districts.
Yellow alerts for multiple districts indicating heavy rainfall and thunderstorms.
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has raised a red alert for two districts in Telangana as Cyclone Murasu is expected to make landfall along the Andhra Pradesh coast between the evening of November 2 and the early hours of November 3, 2026. The districts under red alert are Nalgonda and Nagarkurnool, indicating the likelihood of heavy to very heavy rainfall, with isolated instances of extremely heavy rainfall.
In addition to the red alert, an orange alert has been issued for three other districts: Suryapet, Mahabubnagar, and Wanaparthy. This alert signifies the expectation of heavy to very heavy rainfall in these areas. Furthermore, a yellow alert has been declared for a broader range of districts, including Mulugu, Bhadradri Kothagudem, Khammam, Mahabubabad, Warangal, Hanumakonda, Jangaon, Yadadri Bhuvanagiri, Rangareddy, Vikarabad, Narayanpet, and Jogulamba Gadwal, indicating the potential for heavy rainfall accompanied by thunderstorms and gusty winds.
The weather forecast for Hyderabad predicts a generally cloudy sky over the next 24 hours, with moderate to heavy rain or thundershowers likely to occur, particularly in the evening or nighttime. The expected maximum and minimum temperatures are 33°C and 23°C, respectively, according to the latest IMD bulletin.
As Cyclone Murasu approaches, authorities are urging residents in the affected districts to remain vigilant and prepared for severe weather conditions. The IMD continues to monitor the cyclone's path and will provide updates as necessary to ensure public safety.
Looking ahead, residents are advised to stay tuned for further weather advisories from the IMD as the situation develops. Local administrations are also preparing for emergency responses to mitigate any potential impacts from the cyclone's arrival.
