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IMD Issues Low Pressure and Potential Cyclone Alert for Odisha
✍️ Kanak News Odisha
🗓 21 Oct 2026, 12:16 PM
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The India Meteorological Department has issued a low‑pressure alert and warned of a possible cyclone forming over the Bay of Bengal, with Odisha under watch.
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) released an advisory indicating a low‑pressure system developing over the Bay of Bengal. Meteorologists noted that the system could intensify into a cyclonic storm within the next 48 hours, prompting authorities to monitor the situation closely.
IMD’s forecast models show the disturbance moving north‑westward towards the coast of Odisha, with wind speeds potentially reaching 50‑60 km/h if it strengthens. Residents in coastal districts have been advised to stay alert and follow updates from local disaster management agencies.
The department has activated its early warning protocol, urging fishermen to avoid venturing into open waters and recommending that vulnerable communities prepare emergency kits. Further bulletins will be issued as the system evolves.
State officials have coordinated with the National Disaster Management Authority to ensure rapid response capabilities, including pre‑positioning relief supplies and mobilising rescue teams along the shoreline.
The alert remains in effect until the system either dissipates or moves away from the Indian coastline, with the next detailed update expected later today.
IMD’s forecast models show the disturbance moving north‑westward towards the coast of Odisha, with wind speeds potentially reaching 50‑60 km/h if it strengthens. Residents in coastal districts have been advised to stay alert and follow updates from local disaster management agencies.
The department has activated its early warning protocol, urging fishermen to avoid venturing into open waters and recommending that vulnerable communities prepare emergency kits. Further bulletins will be issued as the system evolves.
State officials have coordinated with the National Disaster Management Authority to ensure rapid response capabilities, including pre‑positioning relief supplies and mobilising rescue teams along the shoreline.
The alert remains in effect until the system either dissipates or moves away from the Indian coastline, with the next detailed update expected later today.