Heavy rain submerges bridge, washes away road in Odisha

Continuous rainfall in the Similipal upper region for the past two days has led to the swelling of the Deo river, resulting in floodwaters flowing over the Jamughat bridge at Kainsari under Udala block in Mayurbhanj district on Monday. 

As per reports, the bridge is now submerged under three feet of water, severely disrupting connectivity. As a result, road communication between Udala-Balasore and eight surrounding panchayats has been completely cut off.

Despite the dangerous situation, some locals were seen risking their lives by attempting to cross the submerged bridge.

Road washed away in Jharsuguda 

In another rain-related incident, the road near the Baghadihi bridge in the Laikera area of the Jharsuguda district has been washed away, severing all communication links. 

The Laikera Police has reportedly set up tents on both sides of the damaged stretch to prevent any untoward incidents, as locals fear further danger.

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 Laikera region recorded a maximum rainfall of 270 mm on Sunday, the highest in the district. The downpour has led to multiple houses being damaged in the area. Widespread waterlogging has also been reported from several areas.

IMD predicts heavy rain

Meanwhile, the India Meteorological Department (IMD)’s regional centre at Bhubaneswar has predicted the likelihood of intense rainfall activity in Odisha till July 12.

The IMD has issued red, orange, and yellow warnings for multiple districts, warning of heavy to extremely heavy downpours, thunderstorms, and gusty winds over the next two days.

A low-pressure area has been formed over Gangetic West Bengal and its surrounding regions, intensifying rain activity across northern and western parts of the state.