Montha batters Vizag: Record 14 cm rain hits normal life 2025

Montha lashed Visakhapatnam with a record 14 cm of rain, crippling normal life. Waterlogging, traffic snarls, and power outages were reported across key areas as emergency crews pumped out water. IMD issued warnings for coastal Andhra, including Vijayawada, with more showers possible. Officials urged residents to avoid low-lying zones and nonessential travel until drainage improves, as conditions remain unstable statewide.