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Heavy Rain Alert: Subarnarekha River Rises, Jalka River Swells in Odisha
✍️ Kanak News Odisha
🗓 17 Aug 2026, 07:15 AM
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Odisha authorities have issued a heavy rain alert after the Subarnarekha River surged and the Jalka River rose, prompting concerns over potential flooding.
Odisha has issued a heavy rain alert after the Subarnarekha River surged and the Jalka River rose, raising concerns about flooding in the affected districts.
The alert was announced by the state meteorological department following reports of sustained rainfall across the region.
Officials urged residents in low‑lying areas to stay alert and have emergency supplies ready.
Local authorities have mobilised flood control measures and are monitoring river levels closely.
The alert was announced by the state meteorological department following reports of sustained rainfall across the region.
Officials urged residents in low‑lying areas to stay alert and have emergency supplies ready.
Local authorities have mobilised flood control measures and are monitoring river levels closely.