HM Anitha puts officials on high alert as rain threat looms over AP

Minister for Home and Disaster Management, Vangalapudi Anitha, has issued a public advisory urging citizens to stay alert due to heavy rainfall caused by the formation of a depression over the Bay of Bengal. The minister specifically highlighted areas in Tirupati district, including Tirumala and Sullurupeta, which are expected to experience substantial rainfall and flooding.
Speaking on the situation, Minister Anitha called on administrative authorities to be on high alert and urged residents to take necessary precautions, particularly in flood-prone and landslide-prone areas. She advised devotees travelling on ghat roads and motorists to exercise extreme caution due to the inclement weather.
The Home Minister emphasised the need for proactive measures in low-lying areas like Lakshmipuram Junction and Gollavanigunta, where flash flooding has already been reported. She directed the district administration to coordinate evacuation efforts to ensure that residents are safely moved to safer locations, preventing any loss of life or property.
In addition, she instructed the Disaster Management Department to issue timely alerts to farmers, shepherds, and fishermen through phone calls and text messages, informing them of potential risks and safety precautions. Anitha also drew attention to the rapidly flowing waters at Malwadi Gundam waterfall in Tirupati and the release of water from sluice gates in Sullurupeta and Kalangi, urging nearby residents to remain vigilant.
The Home Minister stressed the importance of continued vigilance and cooperation from both authorities and citizens to minimize the impact of the ongoing weather conditions.