Severe Hailstorms Cause Widespread Damage in Telangana

Telangana witnessed severe hailstorms in multiple districts, leading to significant damage. Areas such as Nizamabad, Karimnagar, and Mancherial were hit hard by hailstorms and strong winds. The heavy rains soaked paddy fields, while mango orchards suffered losses as flowers and fruits fell to the ground. Luxettipet in Mancherial district experienced particularly intense hailstorms.

The Hyderabad Meteorological Center had earlier warned about thunderstorms, lightning, and hailstorms across various parts of Telangana. The forecast suggests that several districts will likely experience hailstorms in the coming days. According to the weather department, districts such as Mancherial, Jagtial, Peddapalli, Jayashankar Bhupalpally, Warangal, Hanamkonda, and Jangaon may witness isolated hailstorms tomorrow.

Additionally, the weather department predicts that districts including Adilabad, Komaram Bheem Asifabad, Rajanna Sircilla, Karimnagar, Mulugu, Bhadradri Kothagudem, Khammam, Nalgonda, Suryapet, Mahabubabad, Siddipet, Yadadri Bhuvanagiri, Ranga Reddy, Hyderabad, Medchal-Malkajgiri, Vikarabad, Sangareddy, Mahabubnagar, Nagarkurnool, Wanaparthy, Narayanpet, and Jogulamba Gadwal may also receive scattered rainfall.

​As of now, there are no official reports indicating train cancellations or flight delays in Telangana due to the recent hailstorms. However, the India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued an orange alert for several districts, predicting thunderstorms accompanied by lightning, gusty winds (40-50 kmph), and hailstorms between March 22 and March 23. ​

Potential Impact on Transportation:

• Train Services: While no cancellations have been announced, severe weather conditions can lead to delays or disruptions. Travelers are advised to check the latest updates from the South Central Railway before commencing their journey.​

• Flight Operations: Adverse weather, including hailstorms and strong winds, can affect flight schedules. Passengers should monitor announcements from airlines and the Airports Authority of India for real-time information.​

Recommendations for Travelers:

• Stay Informed: Regularly check official sources for updates on weather conditions and transportation schedules.​

• Plan Accordingly: Allow extra time for travel and consider potential delays when scheduling connecting trips.​

• Safety Precautions: During thunderstorms, seek shelter indoors and avoid open areas.​

For the most accurate and up-to-date information, always refer to official channels and local news outlets.