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**Hyderabad Hit by Heavy Rains, More Expected**

**Hyderabad, India – July 18, 2025** – Hyderabad was battered by heavy rainfall for the second consecutive day on Friday, July 18, 2025, causing disruption for commuters and pedestrians across the city. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) issued an alert at 3:31 PM, warning of moderate to very intense spells of rain throughout the Greater Hyderabad Municipal Corporation (GHMC) area.

Data from the Telangana Development Planning Society showed that Kukatpally received the highest rainfall at 93.0 mm, followed by Chandrayangutta (91.9 mm) and Begumpet (91.0 mm). The highest rainfall in Telangana was recorded in Mangalpalle of Ibrahimpatnam mandal, Rangareddy (95.3mm)

The IMD has issued a heavy rainfall warning for 10 districts in Telangana, including Hyderabad, for Saturday, July 19, 2025. Thunderstorms with lightning and strong surface winds are also predicted for all 33 districts of the state.

K. Nagarathna, Head of Meteorological Centre in Hyderabad, warned that thunderstorms are likely to be severe over southern, central and eastern districts for the next two to three days. Light to moderate rains with thunderstorms and lightning are expected in the north, west, and northeast districts.

Residents are advised to stay updated on weather forecasts and take necessary precautions.

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