Bhubaneswar: The deep depression crossed Odisha coast close to Puri during 10:30 am and 11:30 am on Monday. Normal life in some parts of Odisha, especially in Malkangiri and Koraput has been affected due to heavy rainfall triggered by low pressure and subsequent intensification of deep depression.
The Odisha government on Monday said that a minor flood is likely in the state. However, the heavy rainfall has adversely affected normal life in Malkangiri district which has received heavy rainfall in the past 24 hours.
Odisha Chief Secretary today reviewed rainfall situation triggered by the deep depression. The review meeting was held at the Special Relief Commissioner’s (SRC) office in Bhubaneswar.
Malkangiri received heavy rainfall from yesterday (September 8) and low lying roads and bridges have been submerged. ODRAF and Fire Services team are carrying out necessary relief and rescue operations.
Deployment of ODRAF: Total 18 Teams
* Malkangir – 6 Teams
* Koraput/ Jeypore – 2 Teams
* Rayagada – 2 Teams
* Ganjam – 2 teams
* Kandhamal – 2 teams
* Boudh – 2 Teams
* Bolangir – 2 teams
Deployment of NDRF:
* 6 Teams of NDRF have been moved to Ganjam, Puri, Khordha, Nayagarh 2 teams are kept standby
De-Watering: For Bhubaneswar 30 additional pumps, for Cuttack 10 additional pumps and for Puri 10 additional pumps are kept in readiness.
