Hyderabad, July 25 -- The India Meteorological Department (IMD) Hyderabad has forecast very heavy rains on Friday, which will further increase the water levels in Himayat Sagar, currently near full tank level (FTL).

Apart from the forecast for Friday, the weather department has predicted thunderstorms, lightning, squalls, etc., for various districts till July 28.

Himayat Sagar gates to open soon

In view of the expected heavy rains forecast by IMD Hyderabad, the gates of Himayat Sagar are likely to be opened. This may result in the swelling of the Musi River.

The water level in Himayat Sagar is currently at 1,761 feet against its FTL of 1,763 feet. As heavy rains are expected in the next few days, the lake's gates are likely to be open...