Hyderabad, Aug. 13 -- The India Meteorological Department (IMD) Hyderabad and Greater Hyderabad Municipal Corporation (GHMC) have issued alert as extremely heavy monsoon rains are expected on Wednesday, August 13, and Thursday, August 14.

The forecast also mentioned thunderstorms, lightning, squalls, etc.

Alert by GHMC

In view of the expected weather conditions, the GHMC issued a special weather alert.

As per the alert, heavy rains are expected from the evening of August 13 to the evening of August 14. "Rainfall may reach 80-150 mm in 36 hours," it added.

The GHMC has also advised people to avoid waterlogged areas and monitor official updates.

For public assistance, the civic body mentioned that teams are on standby to respond. It a...