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North Odisha Floods Intensify as IMD Predicts Rain Until 18 August
✍️ The Hindu
🗓 18 Aug 2026, 10:33 AM
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Heavy rains have worsened flooding in northern Odisha, with the Indian Meteorological Department warning of continued rainfall until August 18.
Heavy monsoon rains have aggravated flooding across several districts in northern Odisha, displacing thousands of residents and disrupting local infrastructure. The Indian Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a warning that rainfall is expected to continue through August 18, raising concerns about further waterlogging and potential landslides.
The IMD forecast indicates a sustained period of moderate to heavy rainfall in the region, with precipitation levels projected to remain above normal. This prolonged wet spell could strain already weakened drainage systems and exacerbate the risk of secondary flooding.
State authorities have mobilised the Odisha State Disaster Management Authority (OSDMA) and local police to conduct rescue operations and provide relief supplies to affected communities. Temporary shelters have been set up in several villages, and medical teams are on standby to address injuries and waterborne illnesses.
Officials are urging residents in flood-prone areas to stay alert, avoid low-lying zones, and follow instructions from local authorities. They have also requested that people secure loose items and keep emergency kits ready.
The continued rainfall poses a significant threat to agriculture, transportation, and the livelihoods of many families in the region. The government is preparing contingency plans to mitigate the impact of the forecasted weather conditions.
The IMD forecast indicates a sustained period of moderate to heavy rainfall in the region, with precipitation levels projected to remain above normal. This prolonged wet spell could strain already weakened drainage systems and exacerbate the risk of secondary flooding.
State authorities have mobilised the Odisha State Disaster Management Authority (OSDMA) and local police to conduct rescue operations and provide relief supplies to affected communities. Temporary shelters have been set up in several villages, and medical teams are on standby to address injuries and waterborne illnesses.
Officials are urging residents in flood-prone areas to stay alert, avoid low-lying zones, and follow instructions from local authorities. They have also requested that people secure loose items and keep emergency kits ready.
The continued rainfall poses a significant threat to agriculture, transportation, and the livelihoods of many families in the region. The government is preparing contingency plans to mitigate the impact of the forecasted weather conditions.