Bhubaneswar, Aug 19: Several districts across Odisha might witness rainfall activities till August 23, as a low-pressure system over the Bay of Bengal is likely to strengthen into a depression, informed the India Meteorological Department (IMD).

According to the weather agency, a well-marked low-pressure area persisted over the west-central and adjoining northwest Bay of Bengal, off the coasts of south Odisha and north Andhra Pradesh, on Monday. The associated cyclonic circulation extended up to 9.6 km above mean sea level, with a southwestward tilt in higher altitudes. The system is likely to intensify into a depression and cross the Odisha-Andhra Pradesh coast on August 19.

Under the influence of the system, light to moderate showers are expected in most parts of Odisha, with isolated heavy to extremely heavy rainfall in several districts, said the IMD.

The IMD has also issued a yellow warning across the state. On the other hand, a red warning has been issued for Koraput, Malkangiri, and Nabarangpur.

Similarly, an orange warning was issued for Kalahandi, Rayagada, Gajapati, and Kandhamal, while yellow warnings were sounded for Ganjam, Khordha, Cuttack, Puri, Nayagarh, Bolangir, Nuapada, and Boudh, among others.

Thunderstorms with lightning and gusty winds are also expected in several northern and western districts, including Balasore, Bhadrak, Kendrapara, Sundargarh, Sambalpur, and Mayurbhanj.

The IMD cautioned residents to remain alert to possible disruptions and advised authorities to prepare for flood-like conditions in low-lying areas.

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