Ch. Sambhajinagar, Aug. 19 -- The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued heavy to extremely heavy rainfall alerts for all eight districts of Marathwada, effective today through August 23.

This weather system, triggered by a low-pressure area over the Bay of Bengal, has brought crucial relief to drought-affected regions while raising flood concerns in vulnerable zones.

Nanded district faces extreme downpours today with 93% precipitation probability and flash flood warnings amid 23degC-26degC temperatures. Similar severe conditions prevail in Dharashiv, where 112.8 mm rainfall is expected, while Hingoli anticipates 32 mm precipitation with 93% storm likelihood under 24degC-26degC. Parbhani reports a 100% thunderstorm probability...