Mon Feb 23 22:40:00 UTC 2026: ### Unseasonal Rains Lash Telangana and Andhra Pradesh, Disrupting Agriculture
The Story:
Unseasonal rains have struck several districts in Telangana and Andhra Pradesh on February 24, 2026, causing damage to crops and property. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued warnings for further rainfall and thunderstorms in the coming days, advising residents to remain vigilant. The unexpected weather patterns are attributed to a low-pressure area in the Bay of Bengal and a trough extending from West Bengal to the northern coast of Andhra Pradesh.
Key Points:
- Unseasonal rains reported in multiple locations across Telangana, including Hyderabad, Nirmal, and Jagityal districts.
- Tree falls reported in Nirmal district’s New Velmal village.
- Damage to Mango and Maize crops due to strong winds in Jagityal district.
- A low-pressure area persists in the southwest-central Bay of Bengal.
- Weather department forecasts light to moderate rainfall in Andhra Pradesh, with potential for thunderstorms.
- Hyderabad Meteorological Department forecasts rains in Gadwal, Mahabubnagar, Nagarkurnool, Nalgonda, Rangareddy, Suryapet, and Wanaparthy districts.
- Intense thunderstorms lashed across Rangareddy, Vikarabad, Siddipet, Mahabubnagar, Nagarkurnool, Nalgonda, Suryapet, Khammam, Bhadradri, Asifabad, Nirmal, Jagitial districts.
- Highest rainfall recorded in Chandampet, Nalgonda district – 70mm.
Key Takeaways:
- Unseasonal weather patterns are posing a threat to agriculture in Telangana and Andhra Pradesh.
- The Bay of Bengal’s low-pressure system is a significant driver of the current weather disturbances.
- Authorities have issued warnings, highlighting the need for preparedness and caution among residents.
- The event underscores the increasing unpredictability of weather patterns and their impact on vulnerable sectors like agriculture.
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