Isolated heavy rain likely in parts of A.P. amid 79% deficit in October
Andhra Pradesh experienced a severe dry spell in mid‑October, receiving just 18.1 mm of rainfall compared with the normal 86.8 mm. The Indian Meteorological Department noted a 79% shortfall, warning that isolated heavy showers could still occur in some areas. The deficit highlights the region’s ongoing water scarcity during the monsoon season.