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Odisha Prepares 20 Districts for Low‑Pressure Area Over Bay of Bengal
✍️ India Today
🗓 19 Sep 2026, 05:36 AM
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Odisha authorities have put 20 districts on alert after a low‑pressure system is expected to move over the Bay of Bengal.
A low‑pressure area is likely to move over the Bay of Bengal, prompting Odisha authorities to place 20 districts on alert.
The alert follows forecasts from the Indian Meteorological Department indicating the possibility of heavy rainfall and storm surge along the coast.
Odisha Disaster Management Authority has mobilised resources, including early‑warning systems and emergency response teams, to ensure rapid action if conditions worsen.
Residents in the affected districts are advised to stay informed through official channels and to be prepared for potential disruptions.
The alert follows forecasts from the Indian Meteorological Department indicating the possibility of heavy rainfall and storm surge along the coast.
Odisha Disaster Management Authority has mobilised resources, including early‑warning systems and emergency response teams, to ensure rapid action if conditions worsen.
Residents in the affected districts are advised to stay informed through official channels and to be prepared for potential disruptions.