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Fresh Low Pressure System Over Bay of Bengal Triggers Heavy Rain Forecast for Odisha
✍️ Kanak News Odisha
🗓 23 Aug 2026, 04:04 AM
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The India Meteorological Department has identified a fresh low‑pressure area over the Bay of Bengal and warned that Odisha could experience heavy rainfall over the coming days.
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has reported the formation of a new low‑pressure area over the Bay of Bengal. Satellite imagery shows the system gathering strength and moving westward toward the eastern coast of India. Meteorologists say the circulation is expected to intensify as it approaches the coastline.
IMD officials have issued an advisory indicating that the state of Odisha is likely to receive widespread heavy rain within the next 48 hours. The forecast covers most districts, with particular emphasis on coastal and low‑lying regions where rainfall could be most intense. Authorities have urged residents to stay alert, secure loose objects, and avoid non‑essential travel during the peak period.
Local disaster management teams are on standby to respond to any flooding or water‑logging that may arise. The department recommends that farmers protect vulnerable crops and that commuters monitor road conditions before heading out. The warning follows a pattern of seasonal disturbances that regularly affect the Bay of Bengal region during the monsoon transition.
IMD officials have issued an advisory indicating that the state of Odisha is likely to receive widespread heavy rain within the next 48 hours. The forecast covers most districts, with particular emphasis on coastal and low‑lying regions where rainfall could be most intense. Authorities have urged residents to stay alert, secure loose objects, and avoid non‑essential travel during the peak period.
Local disaster management teams are on standby to respond to any flooding or water‑logging that may arise. The department recommends that farmers protect vulnerable crops and that commuters monitor road conditions before heading out. The warning follows a pattern of seasonal disturbances that regularly affect the Bay of Bengal region during the monsoon transition.