Depression to trigger heavy rainfall in Odisha; IMD issues red alert for 3 Odisha districts

Odisha is likely to witness heavy to very heavy rainfall under the influence of a low-pressure system, which intensified into a depression, the India Meteorological Department (IMD) informed on Saturday.

A Red Warning has been issued for Kalahandi, Koraput and Malkangiri districts, where extremely heavy rainfall is expected. In addition, 14 districts have been put under orange warning while 13 others remain under yellow warning. Coastal and eastern Odisha, along with parts of western Odisha, are set to receive intense showers, officials said.

The IMD has further cautioned that thunderstorms accompanied by lightning and gusty surface winds are likely across several regions. Wind speeds along the Odisha coast may reach 40–60 kmph, making sea conditions unsafe. Fishermen have been advised not to venture into the deep sea during this period.

According to the forecast, the spell of widespread rainfall will continue till September 28, raising the risk of waterlogging, localized flooding and possible crop damage. The Odisha government has alerted district administrations to remain vigilant and take precautionary measures.

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Authorities have urged residents to stay indoors during lightning, avoid flooded areas, and strictly follow weather advisories until conditions improve.