Heavy rain continued to lash several parts of Odisha on Tuesday as a well-marked low-pressure area remained active over Gangetic West Bengal and adjoining areas of north coastal Odisha and the northwest Bay of Bengal.
According to the India Meteorological Department (IMD), the system persisted over the same region at 5:30 am on September 1 and is likely to move west-northwestwards across north Odisha and Gangetic West Bengal during the next 24 hours.
The weather system has triggered intense rainfall across several northern and western districts, with authorities keeping a close watch on areas vulnerable to waterlogging, flooding and disruption of road communication.
Red alert for two Odisha districts
The IMD has issued a red warning for extremely heavy rainfall in Keonjhar and Sundargarh until 8:30 am on Tuesday.
Residents in vulnerable areas have been advised to remain cautious as intense rainfall could lead to waterlogging, flash floods and temporary disruption of transportation, particularly in low-lying and hilly areas.
Orange alert in six districts
An orange warning for very heavy rainfall has been issued for six districts:
- Bargarh
- Jharsuguda
- Sambalpur
- Deogarh
- Angul
- Mayurbhanj
The continuing rainfall has raised concerns over rising water levels in rivers and streams, particularly in areas that have already received substantial rain.
Yellow warning across remaining districts
The remaining 22 districts of Odisha have been placed under a yellow warning, with heavy rainfall likely at several places.
Coastal Odisha is also expected to receive heavy rainfall, although some areas may experience a slight improvement in weather conditions during Tuesday.
The IMD’s latest assessment comes as the low-pressure system continues to influence weather conditions over Odisha and neighbouring regions.
Authorities monitor flood-prone areas
The persistent downpour has affected normal life in several parts of the state, particularly in northern and western Odisha. Waterlogging and flooding in low-lying areas remain key concerns as the weather system continues to move west-northwestwards.
Authorities are closely monitoring vulnerable locations and the situation of rivers and streams. Residents in areas prone to flooding and landslides have been urged to follow official advisories and exercise caution while travelling.
The weather conditions are expected to remain unsettled over parts of Odisha as the low-pressure system moves further inland over the next 24 hours.
