New Delhi, May 16 -- The India Meteorological Department has issued an 'orange alert' for isolated pockets of north coastal Andhra Pradesh and Rayalaseema for today, warning of "heavy rain accompanied by lightning." The weatherman further issued warnings of gusty winds with speeds of 50-60 kmph likely at isolated places over north coastal Andhra Pradesh (NCAP), Yanam, and Rayalaseema. Gusty winds with speeds of 40-50 kmph are also likely at isolated places over south coastal Andhra Pradesh (SCAP).

"Gusty winds with speeds of 50-60 kmph are expected at isolated places over north coastal Andhra Pradesh and Rayalaseema, while winds of 40-50 kmph are likely at isolated places in south coastal Andhra Pradesh on Friday," the IMD stated.

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