IMD forecasts heavy rain in north coastal Andhra; Vizianagaram, Srikakulam on alert
The India Meteorological Department has issued an orange alert for north coastal Andhra Pradesh due to a depression in the Bay of Bengal. Heavy rainfall is expected, providing relief from heat but causing localized waterlogging and traffic disruptions.
Why it matters
Accurate weather forecasting is critical for disaster preparedness and managing water resources in regions prone to seasonal climate volatility.
An orange alert issued by the India Meteorological Department (IMD), Amaravati, has brought renewed hope of good rainfall across north coastal Andhra Pradesh. Several places from Srikakulam to Anakapalli have received steady showers since Monday (September 21, 2026) evening.
The well-marked low-pressure area over the Bay of Bengal has intensified into a depression and is expected to strengthen further on its way towards the north Andhra Pradesh-south Odisha coast.
People take shelter at the RK Beach bus stop during a sudden spell of rain in Visakhapatnam on Monday evening. | Photo Credit: K.R. Deepak
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