Odisha Flood Update: Heavy Rains Intensify in Western Odisha

Heavy rainfall over the past 48 hours has swollen rivers in western Odisha, leading to widespread flooding in districts such as Sambalpur and Jharsuguda. Local officials have issued a rain alert and urged residents to stay indoors. Rescue teams from the State Disaster Management Authority have been deployed to affected villages, setting up temporary shelters and distributing food and water supplies. The Odisha government has activated its emergency response plan and is coordinating with the National Disaster Response Force for additional support.