A deep depression over the Bay of Bengal crossed the north Andhra Pradesh–south Odisha coast near Kalingapatnam and has moved further inland, bringing intense rainfall and strong winds to several parts of Odisha. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has warned that heavy to extremely heavy rain could continue, raising concerns over flooding, waterlogging, landslides and road disruptions, particularly across southern districts.
The weather system crossed the coast late Wednesday night with sustained winds of around 50–60 kmph and gusts reaching nearly 70 kmph in the north Andhra Pradsh-south Odisha coast near Kalingapatnam. It is now travelling inland and is expected to gradually lose strength, but its impact continues to be felt across Odisha.
Several districts have witnessed incessant rainfall, disrupting daily life and affecting road connectivity in vulnerable locations. Waterlogging has been reported in low-lying areas, while landslides have created additional problems in regions susceptible to heavy rain.
The IMD has maintained red warnings for extremely heavy rainfall in parts of southern Odisha. Orange alerts have also been issued for a number of other districts, signalling the possibility of intense rainfall and weather-related disruptions.
With the system continuing to move inland, authorities are closely monitoring vulnerable areas and preparing for emergencies. The Odisha Government has deployed 33 Odisha Disaster Rapid Action Force (ODRAF) teams equipped with rescue material. Shelters have also been kept ready to accommodate people who may need to be evacuated from vulnerable locations.
As a precautionary measure, schools and Anganwadi centres have remained closed in several districts facing the greatest weather risk. The government has also cancelled leave for employees in affected areas to ensure that administrative and emergency services remain fully operational.
Officials have urged residents in vulnerable locations to remain alert and follow advisories issued by local authorities. Although the depression is weakening as it moves inland, the continuing rainfall could keep the risk of waterlogging, landslides and localised flooding elevated.
The immediate focus remains on managing the impact of heavy rain and ensuring that rescue and relief teams can respond quickly wherever roads are blocked or communities become isolated. With the weather system gradually weakening, authorities are nevertheless maintaining preparedness until the threat of intense rainfall subsides.
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