Weather Update / Visibility Drops as fog Persists, Two more days Predicted
·1 month ago·2 min read
Key Points
- Regional Meteorological Centre has issued a 24-hour yellow warning for Gajapati, Ganjam, Nayagarh, Khordha, Puri, Cuttack, Jagatsinghpur, Kendrapara, Angul, and Dhenkanal due to dense fog.
- Reduced visibility has disrupted traffic, raised accident risks, and hampered farmers’ fieldwork as heavy mist blankets agricultural lands.
- While night temperatures remain normal, daytime temperatures are expected to rise by 2–3°C, creating slightly uncomfortable conditions alongside lingering fog.
Bhubaneswar, Feb 18: Odisha is currently experiencing dense fog conditions, with visibility remaining low in several parts of the state and as per the Regional Meteorological Centre, it is expected to persist for at least two more days.
In view of the prevailing conditions, a yellow warning has been issued for the next 24 hours across ten districts: Gajapati, Ganjam, Nayagarh, Khordha, Puri, Cuttack, Jagatsinghpur, Kendrapara, Angul, and Dhenkanal. The advisory urges people to exercise caution while traveling, particularly during early morning hours when visibility is at its lowest.
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Dense fog has already disrupted daily life, with reduced visibility affecting road traffic and increasing the risk of accidents. Farmers have also reported difficulties in fieldwork due to the heavy mist covering agricultural lands.
Meanwhile, the Meteorological Department has noted that night temperatures remain normal across the state. However, daytime temperatures are expected to rise by 2 to 3 degrees Celsius starting today. This slight increase in daytime heat, combined with the lingering fog, may create uncomfortable conditions for residents.
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Authorities have advised citizens to remain alert, avoid unnecessary travel during peak fog hours, and follow safety measures to minimize risks. The department continues to monitor the situation closely and will issue further updates as required.
In view of the prevailing conditions, a yellow warning has been issued for the next 24 hours across ten districts: Gajapati, Ganjam, Nayagarh, Khordha, Puri, Cuttack, Jagatsinghpur, Kendrapara, Angul, and Dhenkanal. The advisory urges people to exercise caution while traveling, particularly during early morning hours when visibility is at its lowest.
Also Read: IMD Issues Yellow Warning For Dense Fog Over 10 Odisha Districts
Dense fog has already disrupted daily life, with reduced visibility affecting road traffic and increasing the risk of accidents. Farmers have also reported difficulties in fieldwork due to the heavy mist covering agricultural lands.
Meanwhile, the Meteorological Department has noted that night temperatures remain normal across the state. However, daytime temperatures are expected to rise by 2 to 3 degrees Celsius starting today. This slight increase in daytime heat, combined with the lingering fog, may create uncomfortable conditions for residents.
Also Read: Radio Collar Fitted On Chandaka’s Tusker after 48-Hour Operation
Authorities have advised citizens to remain alert, avoid unnecessary travel during peak fog hours, and follow safety measures to minimize risks. The department continues to monitor the situation closely and will issue further updates as required.
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