IMD Issues Orange, Yellow Alerts for Heavy Rain in Multiple Odisha Districts
- IMD issues orange and yellow warnings for heavy to very heavy rainfall in Odisha districts.
- Fishermen in Rameswaram, Pamban, and Mandapam banned from going to sea due to high winds.
- Deep depression makes landfall near Digha, triggering red alert across Eastern India.
- Rain and floods batter north Odisha; ODRAF deployed, national highway traffic halted.
- Multiple rivers in Odisha swell close to danger mark, escalating flood threat.
Orange and Yellow Warnings Issued
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued orange and yellow warnings for several districts in Odisha, predicting heavy to very heavy rainfall over the next 48 hours. The alert comes as a deep depression makes landfall near Digha, triggering a red alert across Eastern India.
Officials have urged residents in low-lying areas to remain vigilant. The IMD has warned of potential flooding, waterlogging, and disruption to road and rail services in affected regions.
Fishing Banned in Tamil Nadu Coastal Areas
In a related development, authorities have banned fishermen in Rameswaram, Pamban, and Mandapam from venturing into the sea due to high wind speeds. The Tamil Nadu administration has deployed rescue teams along the coast as a precautionary measure.
Local officials have advised fishermen to secure their boats and equipment. The ban will remain in effect until weather conditions improve.
Deep Depression Triggers Red Alert
The deep depression, which made landfall near Digha, has prompted a red alert across Eastern India. The system is expected to bring intense rainfall to Odisha, West Bengal, and neighbouring states over the coming days.
Meteorologists warn of gusty winds reaching speeds of 50-60 kmph along the coast. The IMD has advised people to avoid unnecessary travel and stay indoors during the worst of the weather.
Flood Threat Looms in North Odisha
Heavy rains have already battered north Odisha, leading to flooding in several areas. The Odisha Disaster Rapid Action Force (ODRAF) has been deployed to assist with rescue and relief operations.
National highway traffic has been halted in some stretches due to waterlogging and damage to roads. Authorities are working to clear debris and restore connectivity.
Rivers Swell Close to Danger Mark
Multiple rivers across Odisha are swelling close to the danger mark, heightening the flood threat. The state government has issued warnings to district administrations to prepare for possible evacuations in vulnerable areas.
Officials have set up control rooms to monitor water levels and coordinate response efforts. Residents in flood-prone zones have been advised to move to higher ground.
The IMD will continue to track the depression's movement and issue updates as the situation evolves.