- IMD has issued a yellow warning for thunderstorms, lightning and gusty winds of 30-40 kmph in parts of Odisha.
- Rayagada, Koraput, Malkangiri, Gajapati, Ganjam, Puri, Khordha and Nayagarh are under the first-period warning.
- Light to moderate rain or thundershowers are likely at isolated places in several districts.
Bhubaneswar: Odisha residents in several districts should remain alert as the India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a yellow warning for thunderstorms, lightning and gusty winds over the next two days. Wind speeds could reach 30-40 kmph in the affected areas, according to the department’s forecast.
The warning covers several southern and coastal districts, including Rayagada, Koraput, Malkangiri, Gajapati, Ganjam, Puri, Khordha and Nayagarh during the first forecast period. Light to moderate rain or thundershowers are also expected at isolated places in several other districts.
Odisha Weather Forecast: October 19-20
The first forecast period is valid until 8:30 am on October 20.
Districts Under Yellow Warning
Thunderstorms accompanied by lightning and gusty surface winds of 30-40 kmph are likely at one or two places in the following districts:
- Rayagada
- Koraput
- Malkangiri
- Gajapati
- Ganjam
- Puri
- Khordha
- Nayagarh
Light to moderate rain or thundershowers are also likely at isolated places in Baleswar, Bhadrak, Jajpur, Kendrapada, Jagatsinghpur, Kataka, Sundargarh, Keonjhar, Mayurbhanj and Kandhamal, as well as the districts covered by the thunderstorm warning.
Dry weather is likely across the remaining districts during this period.
Odisha Weather Forecast: October 20-21
The second forecast period runs from 8:30 am on October 20 to 8:30 am on October 21.
Yellow Warning for Three Districts
Thunderstorms accompanied by lightning and gusty winds reaching 30-40 kmph are likely at one or two places in:
- Rayagada
- Gajapati
- Ganjam
Light to moderate rain or thundershowers are also likely at isolated places in Rayagada, Koraput, Malkangiri, Gajapati and Ganjam.
According to the IMD forecast, dry weather is likely to prevail in the remaining districts during this period.
What Should You Do During Thunderstorms?
If you’re in one of the districts under warning, take a few precautions as weather conditions change.
- Move indoors to a substantial building as soon as you hear thunder.
- Avoid sheltering under isolated trees or standing near electric poles.
- Stay away from open fields, water bodies and exposed rooftops during lightning.
- Secure loose objects outdoors when gusty winds are expected.
- Follow the latest IMD bulletins and local administration advisories.
A yellow warning means people should stay alert to potentially adverse weather and take appropriate precautions. Forecast conditions can change, so check for updated district-wise alerts before making travel or outdoor plans.
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