The streets are flooded in Telavi after heavy rain.
The river in Telavi overflowed after heavy rainfall, flooding central streets, the first floors of buildings, disrupting gas and electricity supply. In the villages of Kakheti, agricultural lands and vineyards are covered with water, and farmers report crop loss.
In Telavi, as a result of heavy rainfall, the river overflowed, flooding sections of the Kavkasioni and Alazani avenues. Due to the heavy rainfall, the riverbed was eroded, and water is flowing through the streets. The first floors of residential buildings, commercial premises, pharmacies, and shops are flooded. Cars are damaged. Power lines are damaged. Police, rescue service personnel, and local authorities have been mobilized on-site - work to eliminate the consequences has begun, reports "Interpressnews".
A bridge in Telavi has been destroyed, leaving thousands of residents without electricity and gas, reports "News Georgia"
Heavy machinery is working on Kavkasioni Street, where heavy rainfall and the overflowing river have created the most problems. The water level has decreased, and the road is being cleared of stones and debris. Movement is prohibited in several central areas of the city. Citizens were evacuated from the agricultural market area for safety reasons, writes "Georgia Online".
The bad weather has caused damage not only in Telavi but also in several villages of the municipality. In the villages of Tsinandali, Kisishevi, and Kurdgelauri, rivers have overflowed. Heavy rainfall has flooded agricultural lands and vineyards. Locals claim that the water completely destroyed fruitful vineyards over several hectares, leaving them without a harvest, according to a publication by "Interpressnews".