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Odisha Braces for Deluge: 60-Hour Extreme Rainfall Alert Issued
15 Jul
Summary
- High alert issued for Odisha predicting extreme rainfall.
- Low-pressure area expected to form over North Bay of Bengal.
- Waterlogging and flood-like situations reported in several areas.
An intense spell of rainfall is anticipated across Odisha over the next 60 hours. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a high alert, forecasting extremely heavy downpours in multiple regions, including the coastal city of Puri. This severe weather event is driven by the impending formation of a low-pressure system in the North Bay of Bengal.
The Southwest monsoon has now established its presence across the entirety of India, contributing to the current heavy rains battering Odisha. Residents are already contending with widespread waterlogging and conditions resembling floods in numerous locations. The forecast indicates a significant escalation of rainfall, necessitating preparedness and vigilance throughout the affected areas.
