Hyderabad: Warangal heavy rain prompted authorities to postpone Kakatiya University examinations and declare school holidays in three districts. The action followed widespread rainfall across the erstwhile Warangal district.
Hanamkonda, Warangal and Mahabubabad districts announced holidays for schools because of the weather conditions. The respective district collectors issued orders to this effect.
Officials took the decision amid concerns that streams and smaller water channels could overflow. The precautionary measures came as heavy rain continued across the region.
The weather department had also issued a red alert for the erstwhile Warangal district. Authorities remained on alert as rainfall intensified from Wednesday night.
Warangal heavy rain raises flood concerns across districts
The weather department forecast more rain for the next two days. It also warned of a flood threat in several districts.
Cloudy conditions prevailed across the erstwhile Warangal district from Wednesday morning. Light showers began during the afternoon.
Later, thunderstorms and lightning accompanied persistent rain. The spell continued into the night across several parts of the region.
Against this backdrop, district administrations stepped up their preparedness. Officials monitored weather conditions and the possibility of rising water levels in local streams.
Kakatiya University also postponed its scheduled examinations. The decision followed the worsening weather conditions across the region.
Similarly, schools in Hanamkonda, Warangal and Mahabubabad remained closed under orders issued by the district administrations.
The precautionary steps came as the weather department maintained its alert for the area. Authorities continued monitoring the situation amid the forecast of further rainfall.