Odisha Braces for Heavy Rainfall and Thunderstorms

A significant weather system is currently affecting Odisha , with an upper air cyclonic circulation positioned over the interior regions of the state at an altitude of 0.9 km above mean sea level. This cyclonic circulation is expected to bring light to moderate rain and thunderstorms across various districts of Odisha, posing potential risks including lightning , hailstorm s, heavy rainfall, and gusty winds. The Indian Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued multiple warnings for the coming days, urging preparedness. Weather Forecast: Light to moderate rain or thunderstorms are very likely to occur at a few places over the districts of Odisha. Orange Warning (Be Prepared to Take Action): Thunderstorm activity with lightning, hailstorm, heavy rainfall, and gusty winds (up to 50-60 kmph) is expected at one or two places in the districts of Mayurbhanj, Keonjhar, Balasore, Kandhamal, Ganjam, and Gajapati. Yellow Warning (Be Aware): Thunderstorms with lightning and gusty winds (wind speeds reaching up to 40-50 kmph) are expected in the afternoon/evening over Malkangiri, Koraput, Rayagada, Bhadrak, Jajpur, Kendrapara, Cuttack, Jagatsinghpur, Puri, Khordha, and Nayagarh. Thunderstorms with winds reaching up to 30-40 kmph are likely over Sundargarh, Jharsuguda, Bargarh, Sambalpur, Deogarh, Angul, Dhenkanal, Sonepur, Boudh, Nuapada, Balangir, Kalahandi, and Nabarangpur. Impact and Precautions: Residents in areas with an orange warning are advised to stay alert for the possibility of falling trees, damage to crops, and power outages. Winds may uproot trees and break branches, leading to localized flooding, especially in urban areas with low-lying regions. Individuals should take shelter indoors and avoid traveling if possible. Electrical appliances should be unplugged to prevent damage from potential lightning strikes. Weather Forecast: Rain and thunderstorms are expected at a few places over Odisha. Orange Warning: Thunderstorms with lightning, heavy rainfall, and gusty winds (up to 50-60 kmph) are likely to occur in Sambalpur, Angul, Keonjhar, Boudh, Kandhamal, and Deogarh. Hailstorms with gusty winds (up to 50-60 kmph) are possible in Sundergarh. Yellow Warning: Thunderstorms with lightning and gusty winds (up to 40-50 kmph) are likely to affect Mayurbhanj, Dhenkanal, Balasore, Bhadrak, Jajpur, Kendrapara, Cuttack, Jagatsinghpur, Puri, Khordha, Nayagarh, Ganjam, and Gajapati. A similar threat with gusty winds (up to 30-40 kmph) exists in Jharsuguda, Bargarh, Sonepur, Nuapada, Balangir, Kalahandi, Nawarangpur, Rayagada, Koraput, and Malkangiri. Precautions: Strong winds and hailstorms may damage crops and plantations, particularly bananas, papayas, and other fruits. People in affected areas should take precautions to protect property and livestock. Hail may also pose risks to individuals outdoors. Authorities recommend remaining indoors during the storms, securing belongings, and staying away from water bodies. Weather Forecast: Light to moderate rain or thunderstorms are expected across many districts of Odisha, with dry weather in the remaining regions. Yellow Warning: Thunderstorms with lightning and gusty winds (up to 40-50 kmph) are likely in Rayagada, Kandhamal, Ganjam, Gajapati, and Nayagarh. A similar threat with gusty winds (up to 30-40 kmph) exists in Balasore, Bhadrak, Jajpur, Kendrapara, Cuttack, Jagatsinghpur, Puri, Khurda, Sundargarh, Deogarh, Angul, Dhenkanal, Keonjhar, Mayurbhanj, Boudh, Kalahandi, Nawarangpur, Koraput, and Malkangiri. Precautions: The thunderstorms could disrupt outdoor activities and traffic, especially in areas prone to flooding. Farmers are advised to monitor their crops, with a focus on protecting vulnerable crops like vegetables from the impact of hail and strong winds. The weather pattern continues with light to moderate rain or thunderstorms in several districts of Odisha. Dry weather is expected to prevail in the remaining parts of the state. Authorities have issued yellow warnings for districts including Balasore, Bhadrak, Jajpur, Kendrapara, Cuttack, Jagatsinghpur, and Puri. The risk of thunderstorms with gusty winds remains high, and the public is urged to stay vigilant.