Rains cool Visakhapatnam; holiday declared for educational institutions today

Continuous rain under the influence of a depression over the Bay of Bengal brought considerable relief from the prevailing heat in Visakhapatnam on Tuesday. The wet spell raised hopes of improved groundwater recharge levels and higher water levels in water bodies if the rain continues for a few more days.

With heavy rainfall forecast for Wednesday, all educational institutions in the district have been directed to remain closed on September 23.

Parents wait in the rain to pick up their children after school hours at MVP Colony in Visakhapatnam on Tuesday. | Photo Credit: KR DEEPAK

Moderate to heavy rain was reported across the city from Monday night, with several areas receiving steady showers through Tuesday. The rain brought down temperatures, but also caused waterlogging, overflowing drains and inconvenience to motorists and pedestrians at several places.