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IMD Issues Low‑Pressure Alert for Odisha: Heavy Rain and Cyclone Warning
✍️ Kanak News Odisha
🗓 24 Oct 2026, 02:32 PM
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The Indian Meteorological Department has warned of a low‑pressure system over Odisha, forecasting heavy rainfall and a possible cyclone.
The Indian Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a low‑pressure alert for the state of Odisha today, citing a developing weather system that could bring intense rainfall.
Meteorologists predict that parts of Odisha could receive up to 200 mm of rain in a 24‑hour period, with some coastal districts experiencing even higher amounts.
In addition to heavy showers, the IMD has warned of a potential cyclone threat, urging authorities to prepare for possible landfall and associated storm surges.
Residents are advised to stay informed through official channels, secure loose objects, and avoid travelling to low‑lying areas until the situation stabilises.
Meteorologists predict that parts of Odisha could receive up to 200 mm of rain in a 24‑hour period, with some coastal districts experiencing even higher amounts.
In addition to heavy showers, the IMD has warned of a potential cyclone threat, urging authorities to prepare for possible landfall and associated storm surges.
Residents are advised to stay informed through official channels, secure loose objects, and avoid travelling to low‑lying areas until the situation stabilises.