The Regional Meteorological Centre in Bhubaneswar on Friday predicted a rise in temperatures by 2 to 4 degrees Celsius after the next couple of days, offering some respite from the current chill.
Moreover, the Meteorological Department has issued heavy fog alert for today and tomorrow across several districts in the State. These districts are Ganjam, Gajapati, Rayagada, Kalahandi, Kandhamal, Sundargarh, Jharsuguda, Angul and Dhenkanal.
The local police and transport authorities have been instructed to take the required precautions based on the Special Relief Commissioner’s suggestions. The people have also been requested to exercise extra caution while travelling on such days when there is a lot of fog in the morning hour.
As per the prediction by IMD, dry weather is expected to persist in most parts of the State on January 11. However, shallow to moderate fog may occur at those places during the period. Residents have been advised to remain vigilant and exercise caution, especially during periods of fog.
While fog and mist are predicted in the morning, a clear sky is predicted later during the day with temperatures ranging from 28°C to 15°C.
