The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has predicted that Odisha will continue to experience rainfall until August 2, with various districts facing the likelihood of heavy to very heavy downpours in the upcoming days.
This weather pattern is attributed to a deep depression located over the northwest Bay of Bengal and the adjacent coast of West Bengal and northern Odisha, which has already resulted in widespread rain across the state in the last 48 hours.
The IMD has issued orange and yellow alerts for numerous districts, urging residents and local authorities to stay vigilant, especially in regions prone to waterlogging and flash floods.
Orange Alert for Heavy to Very Heavy Rainfall
Valid until 8:30 AM, July 29
The IMD has placed an orange warning for the following districts, where heavy to very heavy rainfall is expected in isolated areas:
- Sundargarh
- Jharsuguda
- Bargarh
- Sambalpur
Residents in these areas are advised to exercise caution and keep abreast of official weather updates.
Yellow Warning for Thunderstorms and Gusty Winds
July 29 to July 30
A yellow warning has been issued for thunderstorms, which may include lightning and gusty winds reaching speeds of 30-40 km/h in the following districts:
- Balasore
- Bhadrak
- Jajpur
- Kendrapara
- Jagatsinghpur
- Cuttack
- Sundargarh
- Jharsuguda
- Bargarh
- Keonjhar
- Mayurbhanj
- Nuapada
- Gajapati
- Ganjam
- Puri
- Khordha
- Nayagarh
July 30 to July 31
Similar thunderstorm activity is anticipated in the same districts.
Heavy Rain Expected Again on August 2
The IMD has also issued a yellow warning for August 2, forecasting heavy rain in isolated areas of:
- Sundargarh
- Keonjhar
- Mayurbhanj
The IMD notes that the persistent rainfall is a result of the deep depression over the northwest Bay of Bengal and surrounding coastal regions, which is likely to maintain conditions favorable for widespread rain across Odisha for several more days.
Authorities recommend that individuals stay informed through official weather reports, avoid non-essential travel during heavy rainfall, and take necessary precautions against lightning and strong winds.
