Continuous drizzle provides welcome respite to Visakhapatnam

Light to moderate rain over the past 24 hours has brought much-needed relief to residents of Visakhapatnam, who had been grappling with heat through September.

The rainfall, triggered by the low-pressure area over the Bay of Bengal, has so far remained largely moderate, but the continuous drizzle has provided a welcome respite from the soaring temperatures.

Residents are now hoping that the spell will continue for a few more days, not only to bring down temperatures but also to improve water availability in the coming months. With the district facing a substantial seasonal rainfall deficit, sustained rainfall is considered crucial for replenishing water sources.

Several parts of the city, including Kurmannapalem, Duvvada, Sheela Nagar and Gajuwaka, reported overflowing drains and water flowing onto roads following the rain. Civic teams were deployed on the ground to clear clogged drains and address waterlogging and other rain-related issues.