Archive · 12 Oct 2026
Prakasam Police Warn Against Swimming at Pakala Beach
Prakasam police are asking people to be careful around water during the Dasara holidays from October 11 to 15.
They say swimming at Pakala Beach can be dangerous because strong currents may pull people out to sea.
People should also stay out of unsafe ponds, canals and irrigation channels.
Children should not go near water unless an adult is watching them.
Families should follow the police safety advice.
Anyone needing urgent help can call Dial 112.
Prakasam district police issued a water-safety advisory for the Dasara holidays, October 11 to 15.
The advisory warns people not to swim at Pakala Beach or enter the sea where strong currents may pose danger.
Police also cautioned against entering ponds, canals, irrigation channels and other unsafe water bodies.
Parents were urged to supervise children closely and keep them away from water without adult supervision.
Superintendent of Police V. Harshavardhan Raju advised the public to follow safety instructions and call Dial 112 in emergencies.
- Who
- Prakasam district police, including Superintendent of Police V. Harshavardhan Raju, issued the warning to the public.
- What
- The public was warned against swimming at Pakala Beach and entering other unsafe water bodies.
- When
- For the Dasara holidays from October 11 to 15; the year was not specified.
- Where
- Pakala Beach and other water bodies in Prakasam district.
- Why
- To reduce the risk of drowning and other accidents, including those caused by dangerous rip currents.
- Advisory period
- October 11 to 15, during the Dasara holidays
- Beach named in warning
- Pakala Beach
- Key hazard
- Dangerous rip currents and strong sea currents
- Other unsafe locations
- Ponds, canals, irrigation channels and other water bodies
- Emergency number
- Dial 112
- Police official
- Prakasam Superintendent of Police V. Harshavardhan Raju