Odisha Braces For More Rainfall As Fresh Low Pressure Likely To Form Over Bay of Bengal
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Several parts of Odisha are witnessing rainfall activities under the influence of the prevailing low-pressure system.
More rains are expected in the coming days following a formation of fresh low pressure over the Bay of Bengal.
An orange warning of heavy to very heavy rainfall has been issued for five districts
Bhubaneswar, Aug 22: Several districts across Odisha might witness more rainfall activities as the India Meteorological Department (IMD) on Friday predicted a fresh low-pressure after August 27.
The system is expected to bring heavy to very heavy showers in north and interior Odisha, said the IMD.
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While several regions of Odisha are witnessing rainfall activities under the influence of the prevailing low-pressure system, currently, an orange warning of heavy to very heavy rainfall has been issued for five districts including Cuttack, Jagatsinghpur, Kendrapara, Sundargarh, and Jharsuguda.
The weather department has cautioned residents of these districts to remain alert as the heavy downpour may lead to waterlogging, disruption of traffic, and a rise in river and canal water levels.
In addition to the orange warning, a yellow warning has been issued for the remaining districts.
The Met department said wind speeds reaching up to 30 km per hour are expected during thunderstorms, posing risks to weak structures and trees.