3 weeks ago
IMD forecasts heavy rainfall in Odisha as low pressure forms
Weather scientists called the IMD say a big storm system has formed in the ocean near India.
Because of this, a state called Odisha is going to get a lot of rain.
The rain could be very heavy over the next five days.
They gave an orange warning, which means people should be ready and careful.
Some districts, like Sundargarh and Sambalpur, might get the most rain.
There could also be thunder, lightning, and strong winds.
The leader in charge of safety in Odisha, Suresh Pujari, told people to be careful.
Some parts of the state still have floodwater left from earlier rains.
Rescue teams are ready to help people if the rain causes problems.
Everyone is hoping the rain will not cause too much trouble.
The IMD forecast heavy rainfall in Odisha for the next five days after a low pressure area formed in the Bay of Bengal on August 8.
An orange warning for heavy to very heavy rainfall was issued for Sundargarh, Jharsuguda, Bargarh and Sambalpur districts.
Rainfall and thunderstorm activity is expected across Odisha until August 15, with lightning and gusty winds of 30-40 kmph.
Minister Suresh Pujari urged vigilance, noting flood water is still stagnant in parts of Baleshwar, Bhadrak and Jajpur districts.
ODRAF, NDRF and Fire Service personnel are said to be prepared for rescue and relief operations if required.
- Who
- The India Meteorological Department (IMD) and Odisha's Revenue and Disaster Management Minister Suresh Pujari.
- What
- A forecast of heavy to extremely heavy rainfall and thunderstorms across Odisha due to a low pressure area.
- Where
- Odisha, India, especially north and west districts; the low pressure formed in the Bay of Bengal.
- When
- Announced on Saturday, August 8; rainfall expected over the next five days and continuing until August 15.
- Why
- A low pressure area developed in the Bay of Bengal, bringing heavy rain to a region still recovering from recent floods.
Key facts
- Weather Agency
- India Meteorological Department (IMD)
- Warning Level
- Orange warning (be prepared to take action)
- Districts Under Orange Warning
- Sundargarh, Jharsuguda, Bargarh, Sambalpur
- Forecast Period
- Next five days, until August 15
- Low Pressure Formation
- August 8, 8:30 am, Bay of Bengal
- Expected Winds
- Gusty winds reaching 30-40 kmph with lightning
- Recently Flooded Districts
- Baleshwar, Bhadrak, Jajpur
- Prepared Forces
- ODRAF, NDRF, Fire Service
Quotes
Revenue and Disaster Management Minister Suresh Pujari
Odisha state minister for revenue and disaster management
“All the people, particularly those living in north and interior parts of the State, should remain vigilant to the upcoming weather conditions because they have recently faced flood situation.”
thehansindia.com
“Under its influence, extremely heavy rainfall is expected to take place at isolated places over parts of north and west Odisha.”
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