Marathwada Braces for Heavy Rain; Next Three Days Crucial

In Brief

• The next three days will be very crucial for Marathwada

• The low-pressure area formed in the Bay of Bengal will increase the rainfall in the state

• Heavy rain forecast in many districts

( Marathwada Rain Update ) The next three days are going to be very crucial for Marathwada. According to the forecast given by the Indian Meteorological Department, a warning of heavy rain has been issued for the entire Marathwada on September 26, 27, and 28.

A 'red alert' has been issued for all districts in Marathwada during this period, with the possibility of heavy rainfall being forecasted. According to the meteorological department, the low-pressure area formed in the Bay of Bengal will increase the rainfall in the state. This will have a direct impact on Marathwada, resulting in heavy rain for the next three days.

So far, 746 mm of rainfall has been recorded in Marathwada, which is 24 percent more than the average. The continuous rain is significantly affecting the farmers' crops. In many areas, Kharif crops are at risk due to the wet conditions. The meteorological department has urged citizens to avoid unnecessary travel, not to go near riverbanks and streams, and to follow the instructions of the local administration.

Considering the risk of flood conditions due to heavy rainfall, the administration has instructed disaster management systems to remain prepared. Heavy rain is forecasted in many districts of the state, including Marathwada, over the next three days. Therefore, if the intensity of the rain increases, there is a possibility of rivers and streams flooding.