
13/07/2025
Odisha Braces for Heavy Rain, Storms as Low-Pressure Builds Over Bay of Bengal.
A low-pressure system is forming over the Bay of Bengal due to cyclonic circulation near north Odisha and West Bengal coasts. This is expected to intensify monsoon activity across Odisha over the next five days. Several districts have been issued Orange and Yellow warnings for heavy to very heavy rain, thunderstorms, and gusty winds, especially Sundargarh, Sambalpur, Mayurbhanj, and Keonjhar. Rainfall in the past 24 hours has reached up to 7 cm in areas like Kalahandi and Cuttack.
Impacts may include crop damage, flooding, traffic disruption, and landslides. Authorities have advised people to stay indoors during storms, avoid trees and water bodies, and follow safety protocols. Urban flooding and power outages are likely. The public is urged to remain alert and heed official advisories as the system evolves. Emergency teams are on standby across high-risk districts.
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