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Andhra Pradesh Swelters: Severe Heatwave Alert Issued
21 May
Summary
- Nandyal and Kurnool districts warned of severe heatwave lasting until May 26.
- Authorities urge vulnerable groups to take precautions and stay indoors.
- Statewide alert issued, with temperatures already exceeding 45°C in many areas.
The Nandyal and Kurnool district administrations issued a stern warning on May 21, 2026, forecasting a severe heatwave to grip the regions for the next week. Collector Rajakumari Ganiya indicated intense heat would likely continue until May 26, advising priority precautions for the elderly, young children, pregnant women, and individuals with pre-existing health conditions. Public officials were instructed to ensure adequate drinking water and shade, particularly for workers engaged in public works and employment schemes, with outdoor tasks rescheduled for cooler parts of the day.
Across Andhra Pradesh, the State Disaster Management Authority issued a statewide alert, anticipating severe heatwave conditions for the next four days. Temperatures have already reached extreme levels, with the season's highest of 47.6 degrees Celsius recorded in Palnadu district and over 45 degrees Celsius in eleven other districts. Authorities stressed the importance of preventing heat-related illnesses and deaths, directing officials to provide extensive cooling shelters and water distribution points in public areas and for stray animals.
