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**Summary:**
The Amaravati Meteorological Center has predicted widespread rainfall across several districts of Andhra Pradesh over the next five days. The State Disaster Management Organization has warned of thunderstorms and gusty winds, urging the public to be vigilant. Specific districts are expected to receive moderate to heavy rainfall on Saturday and Sunday, with lighter rainfall expected in other areas. Light to moderate rainfall was observed in several districts on Friday.
**News Article:**
**Andhra Pradesh Braces for Heavy Rainfall, Thunderstorms**
**Visakhapatnam, October 26th, 2024 (Eenadu):** The Amaravati Meteorological Center has issued a weather alert, forecasting widespread rainfall across Andhra Pradesh for the next five days. The warning includes the potential for thunderstorms accompanied by gusty winds.
The State Disaster Management Organization (SDMO) is urging residents to take necessary precautions and remain vigilant. “Given the possibility of thunderstorms and strong winds, we advise the public to stay informed and take appropriate safety measures,” stated SDMO Managing Director Prakhar Jain.
According to the forecast, several districts are expected to experience moderate to heavy rainfall. On Saturday, the alert covers Srikakulam, Vizianagaram, Parvathipuram Manyam, NTR, Guntur, Bapatla, Palnadu, SPSR Nellore, Prakasam, Kurnool, Nandyala, Anantapur, Sri Satya Sai, YSR Kadapa, Annamayya, Chittoor, and Tirupati districts.
On Sunday, the heavy rainfall is predicted to concentrate in Eluru, Krishna, NTR, Guntur, Bapatla, Palnadu, Prakasam, and SPSR Nellore districts. Other districts are expected to receive light to moderate rainfall.
Friday saw light to moderate rainfall in several districts, including Dr. B.R. Ambedkar Konaseema, Prakasam, Eluru, Alluri Sitharama Raju, Krishna, Palnadu, and Anakapalli.
The SDMO is advising residents to monitor weather updates and avoid unnecessary travel during periods of heavy rainfall and thunderstorms.