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Weather
Heavy Rainfall Hits Odisha, Schools Shut in Multiple Districts as IMD Issues Alert
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🗓 24 Aug 2026, 08:38 AM
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A severe downpour across parts of Odisha forced the closure of schools in several districts, with the India Meteorological Department issuing a weather alert.
A strong rainstorm swept through several regions of Odisha today, bringing intense precipitation that disrupted normal activities. The heavy downpour prompted education authorities to shut down schools in a number of districts as a precautionary measure.
The district administration confirmed that schools remained closed throughout the day to ensure the safety of students and staff, while officials monitored the situation for any signs of flooding or landslides.
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) issued a weather alert for the affected areas, warning of possible flash floods and urging residents to stay alert and avoid non‑essential travel.
Local officials have also directed emergency services to be on standby, and they have advised the public to follow updates from official channels as the weather system moves inland.
The district administration confirmed that schools remained closed throughout the day to ensure the safety of students and staff, while officials monitored the situation for any signs of flooding or landslides.
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) issued a weather alert for the affected areas, warning of possible flash floods and urging residents to stay alert and avoid non‑essential travel.
Local officials have also directed emergency services to be on standby, and they have advised the public to follow updates from official channels as the weather system moves inland.