Deep Depression Brings Heavy Rain to North Andhra Pradesh
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A big storm hit the coast of Andhra Pradesh.
It is called a deep depression. This is a strong weather system with wind and rain.
The storm crossed the land near a place called Kalingapatnam.
Because of the storm, it is raining a lot in North Andhra Pradesh.
The rain has not stopped. People call this non-stop rain.
Minister Janardhan Reddy talked about the rain.
He said public transport must keep working.
Public transport means buses and trains that everyone can use.
He wants people to be able to travel without problems.
Officials are watching the weather closely.
They want to help people stay safe in the rain.
The rain may continue for some more time.
People in the area are careful because of the heavy rain.
Local news is giving updates about the storm.
The government is working to help the public.
Vocabulary4 words
- deep depression
- a strong weather system with wind and rain
- weather system
- a big pattern of wind and rain in the sky
- non-stop rain
- rain that does not stop
- public transport
- buses and trains for everyone to use
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1. A deep depression 2. Near Kalingapatnam 3. Keep public transport running
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A big storm hit the _____ of Andhra Pradesh.
It is called a deep _____.
The storm crossed the land near a place called _____.
Because of the storm, it is _____ a lot in North Andhra Pradesh.
The rain has not _____.
Minister Janardhan Reddy talked about the _____.
He said public _____ must keep working.
Public transport means _____ and trains that everyone can use.
He wants people to be able to _____ without problems.
Officials are watching the weather _____.
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