Deterioration of weather and precipitation expected in Georgia

According to the National Environmental Agency, from the night hours of October 20 in Eastern Georgia, and from October 21 in Western Georgia until the second half of the day on October 22, there will be intermittent precipitation. Precipitation is expected in the northern mountainous regions of the country, as well as in the Shida Kartli, Kvemo Kartli, and Kakheti regions, where precipitation will be heavy in some places. At the same time, thunderstorms and strengthening of wind are possible. 1TV+6

According to the agency's warning, the expected heavy precipitation may cause a significant rise in water levels and flash floods on rivers, specifically on the Enguri, Aragvi, Alazani, and Iori, as well as their tributaries. In hilly and mountainous zones, the initiation and activation of landslide and flash flood processes are possible, and flooding of individual sections in urban areas. The danger level of the mentioned events is assessed as medium by the agency. 1TV+4