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A deep depression over the Bay of Bengal has weakened into a depression, which is now active over Bangladesh. The India Meteorological Department predicts heavy to extremely heavy rains in northeastern Odisha today.
Meanwhile, the regional weather office has issued a red alert for heavy to extremely heavy rains (20 cm or more) in parts of Odisha. Residents are advised to remain vigilant and take all necessary precautions to protect their safety.
The depression’s influence is expected to bring heavy rain to the state’s northeastern districts, potentially disrupting daily life. The IMD has issued a warning about heavy rainfall and recommended people to prepare for the worst.
According to the IMD prediction, heavy rainfall (20 cm or more) is likely to lash districts, including Koraput, Malkangiri, Rayagada, Nabarangapur, Kalahandi, Nuapada, Mayurbhanj and Balasore.
Additionally, thunderstorms with lightning and strong winds (40-50 km/h) are expected in some areas, including Bhadrak, Jajpur, Kendrapara, Cuttack, Jagatsinghpur, Sundargarh, Jharsuguda, Bargarh, Sambalpur, Deogarh, Angul, Dhenkanal, Keonjhar, Puri, Khurda, Nayagarh, Ganjam, Gajapati, Sonepur, Boudh, Balangir, and Kandhamal.
The IMD forecasts scattered rainfall in Odisha from May 29 to June 1, with some places expecting heavy rain on May 30. From June 5 to 11, eastern India is likely to see below-average rainfall and above-average temperatures.
The meteorological service predicts that temperatures will climb, with maximum temperatures likely to be 1-3°C above average from June 1-3 following the severe rainfall.
