Heavy rains disrupt life in Odisha; IMD issues orange alert for 6 districts

In Odisha, heavy rainfall and stormy weather continue to affect normal life in most of the districts as the low-pressure areas over the Bay of Bengal are intensifying monsoon activity in the region. The Indian Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued an Orange alert to six districts, Mayurbhanj, Keonjhar, Sundergarh, Sambalpur, Jharsuguda and Bargarh in northern Odisha, forecasting heavy to very heavy rain for the next two days. Several other districts, including Nuapada, Bolangir, Sonepur, Dhenkanal, Angul, Deogarh, Jajpur, and parts of coastal Odisha have also been issued Yellow warnings, where heavy rainfall, thunderstorm activity, and lightning are expected over the next five days. The Special Relief Commissioner of Odisha has issued an advisory to all District Collectors across the state to remain alert and ensure readiness to manage any emergency arising from the adverse weather conditions.