Hyderabad: Cold wave in Telugu states intensified as night and day temperatures dropped sharply across Telangana and Andhra Pradesh, pushing several regions into single-digit readings and disrupting daily life.
In Telangana, minimum temperatures slipped to extreme lows in multiple districts. Patancheru recorded 8 degrees Celsius, while Adilabad reported 9 degrees. Hyderabad also experienced a sharp chill, with the mercury falling to 13 degrees, forcing residents indoors and reducing outdoor movement.
Cold wave in Telugu states deepens as temperatures fall further
Dense fog affected visibility in several areas, disrupting vehicle movement during early morning hours. Dundigal recorded a minimum temperature of 13 degrees, while Hayathnagar reported 14 degrees. The cold severely impacted homeless people sleeping on pavements, many of whom were seen seeking donated bed sheets and blankets to protect themselves from the biting cold.
The Meteorological Department stated that the cold wave in Telugu states would remain intense until the 21st of this month. It warned that western Telangana could record minimum temperatures between 7 and 9 degrees. Authorities advised people to remain cautious for the next four days due to severe cold conditions.
In Andhra Pradesh, cold conditions worsened steadily, especially in agency and hilly regions. The Araku Valley and its surrounding areas remained shrouded in dense mist. Lamba Singi, Araku, and nearby villages recorded single-digit temperatures, with minimum readings ranging from 2 to 5 degrees. Residents in agency areas continued to struggle as freezing conditions persisted through the nights.