Citizens were cautioned against taking shelter under trees due to the risk of falling branches amid strong winds. | Photo Credit: SUDHAKARA JAIN The Bengaluru Traffic Police has issued an advisory urging motorists to exercise caution while travelling in the city. Commuters have been asked to drive at reduced speeds, particularly on damaged and slippery stretches caused by continuous rainfall. Extra care has been recommended in waterlogged areas to prevent accidents. Following sudden heavy rain and strong winds that lashed the city on Wednesday (April 30, 2026), normal life was disrupted, with several key roads affected due to fallen trees and waterlogging. Published – April 30, 2026 05:06 pm IST Share this: Click to share on WhatsApp (Opens in new window) WhatsApp Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) Facebook Click to share on Threads (Opens in new window) Threads Click to share on X (Opens in new window) X Click to share on Telegram (Opens in new window) Telegram Click to share on LinkedIn (Opens in new window) LinkedIn Click to share on Pinterest (Opens in new window) Pinterest Click to email a link to a friend (Opens in new window) Email More Click to print (Opens in new window) Print Click to share on Reddit (Opens in new window) Reddit Click to share on Tumblr (Opens in new window) Tumblr Click to share on Pocket (Opens in new window) Pocket Click to share on Mastodon (Opens in new window) Mastodon Click to share on Nextdoor (Opens in new window) Nextdoor Click to share on Bluesky (Opens in new window) Bluesky Like this:Like Loading... Post navigation U.S. seeks international help to reopen Strait of Hormuz as crude prices surge Flower shower by dolls draws crowds during Chithirai festival