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Odisha Issues Flood Alert as River Levels Rise
✍️ kanaknews.com
🗓 18 Aug 2026, 09:34 AM
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The state government of Odisha has issued a flood alert after rising river levels threaten low-lying areas. Authorities urge residents to evacuate and stay updated.
Odisha's state government released a flood alert on Monday as water levels in the Mahanadi and Brahmani rivers climbed above safe thresholds. The alert covers districts such as Balangir, Koraput, and Ganjam, where low-lying villages are at risk of inundation. Officials have set up evacuation centers and advised residents to monitor local radio and the official Odisha disaster management website for updates.