Andhra Pradesh: Heavy flood flow in Krishna and Godavari Rivers, alerts issued

The Andhra Pradesh State Disaster Management Authority (APSDMA) has issued flood alerts as both the Godavari and Krishna rivers continue to witness heavy inflows and high discharge levels.

With both the Krishna and Godavari rivers in spate, officials have cautioned that the situation remains serious. The second warning continues at Prakasam Barrage, while the first warning is in force at Dowlaiswaram. Authorities emphasized that people in low-lying areas must stay alert, avoid venturing into floodwaters, and move to safer locations, if necessary.   Officials have urged residents of low-lying and flood-prone areas along both rivers to remain vigilant and take precautionary measures.

The Krishna river in Vijayawada is facing heavy inflows. At the Prakasam Barrage in Vijayawada, inflow and outflow stood at 6,41,247 cusecs, prompting authorities to issue a second flood warning. At the Prakasam Barrage, which is already under the second flood warning, the trend was rising.