Hyderabad, July 1 -- In an attempt to address monsoon-related problems and secure the safety of Hyderabad citizens, the Hyderabad Disaster Management and Asset Protection Agency (HYDRAA) fully mobilised its Monsoon Emergency Teams (METs), sending a total of 4,100 staff to the city.

A total of 150 METs have been put into operation, each unit having three shifts with four persons per shift, totalling 1,800 workers. Another 368 static teams have been deployed at waterlogging points of concentration, operating two shifts with 734 personnel.

To supplement the efforts, HYDRAA's Disaster Response Force (DRF) has deployed 51 teams of 18 personnel each. The 918 DRF members will help clear waterlogged streets, fallen trees and other exigencies. E...