Heavy Rain Claims Lives, Triggers Chaos in Warangal
Warangal, October 30: Unrelenting rainfall wreaked havoc across Warangal district on October 29, leaving two dead and one missing. The torrential downpour caused severe flooding, crippled transport, and destroyed crops, raising alarms over the region’s disaster readiness.
Casualties and Missing Person
The rain, which began early Sunday, turned fatal in multiple areas:
– Srinivas Reddy (45), a farmer, drowned in floodwaters in Narsampet.
– Lakshmi Bai (60) died when her home collapsed in Warangal Urban due to waterlogging.
– Ramesh (12) went missing after being swept away in Parkal’s swollen stream.
NDRF teams are searching for the boy, but persistent rain and low visibility hinder rescue efforts.
Transport Disruptions and Crop Losses
- Roads & Railways: The Warangal-Hyderabad highway and Kazipet-Vijayawada rail tracks were submerged, halting travel.
- Agriculture: Over 1,000 acres of paddy and cotton fields were ruined. Farmers like K. Raju (Jangaon) face total harvest losses.
Government Response and Weather Alerts
District Collector P. Pravinya announced emergency aid, including shelters and compensation. The IMD issued an orange alert for Telangana, urging residents to avoid travel.
Climate Change and Infrastructure Failures
Experts blame climate shifts for the unprecedented October deluge. Poor drainage in expanding towns worsened flooding, sparking public anger over repeated crises.
Calls for Long-Term Solutions
Activists like Meera K. demand better flood planning and infrastructure upgrades. Locals question officials’ delayed response and empty promises.
Conclusion
With rains ongoing, rescue and relief remain priorities. The disaster highlights the need for climate-resilient infrastructure in Warangal.
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—NextMinuteNews Warangal Bureau
