Hyderabad, Aug. 7 -- Thunderstorms with heavy rains hit Hyderabad on Thursday, August 7, after days of light showers and humidity, bringing some relief. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) issued an orange alert for Hyderabad, predicting moderate rain accompanied by thunderstorms, lightning, and gusty winds until 10:00 pm.

The alert has been issued as weather conditions are expected to deteriorate in the city with a likelihood of flash floods, as cloudburst-like rain is being reported in parts of the city.

The IMD has predicted wind gusts of a maximum of 60 kmph, which could result in light damage to loose or unsecured buildings. People have been asked to remain vigilant, stay away from open spaces when lightning occurs, and be pr...