Heavy rains lash Tirupati district under the influence of a trough

Moderate to heavy rains are hitting Tirupati district along with combined Chittoor and Nellore districts due to the influence of a trough. Persistent rains in Tirupati city and surrounding areas have caused waterlogging in low-lying residential regions.

Naidupeta recorded the highest rainfall of 18.2 mm. In Tirupati urban limits, several railway underbridges were submerged in rainwater, leading to a complete halt of vehicular traffic. Rainwater entered homes in Shivajyothi Nagar, Errametta, and Postal Colony, causing significant hardship to residents.

Continuous rainfall and dense fog on the Tirumala hills have caused major inconvenience to pilgrims visiting the Sri Venkateswara temple. TTD officials issued an advisory asking motorists traveling on the ghat roads to be extremely cautious. TTD also stated that water levels in reservoirs across Tirumala are rising significantly due to the ongoing spells.

Troughs forming over the Bay of Bengal frequently bring sudden downpours to coastal and southern Andhra Pradesh. Local authorities are monitoring the situation to manage traffic and clearance efforts.