# IMD predicts thunderstorms, gusty winds in Coastal AP till August 18 2026-08-14T21:34:24+00:00 | Governance | Indian Opinion Desk Corroboration: 1 independent outlet The India Meteorological Department (IMD) forecasts thunderstorms with lightning at isolated places over Coastal Andhra Pradesh and Yanam from August 14 to 17, and strong surface winds of 40-50 kmph through August 18, the Hindu reports. Districts including Srikakulam, Vizianagaram, Visakhapatnam, and East Godavari are under warnings. Visakhapatnam recorded 34.5°C, 3°C above normal, while Kalingapatnam recorded 36.1°C, 4.1°C above normal. Light to moderate rain is expected in parts of the state on subsequent days. ## Coverage - thehindu.com Tags: Andhra Pradesh, IMD, Rayalaseema, thunderstorm, Visakhapatnam Canonical: https://indianopinion.org/imd-predicts-thunderstorms-gusty-winds-in-coastal-ap-till-august-18/ License: Summary and commentary (c) Indian Opinion, reusable with attribution. Facts belong to the linked sources. Cite: https://indianopinion.org/imd-predicts-thunderstorms-gusty-winds-in-coastal-ap-till-august-18/#story-in-brief Review state: restored archive article, accurate at time of publication, not offered to search indexes.