Bhubaneswar, Oct 13 (UDN): The India Meteorological Department (IMD) on Tuesday issued a yellow warning for nine districts of Odisha, forecasting light rain accompanied by thunder and lightning at isolated places over the next three hours.
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According to a nowcast bulletin issued by the Meteorological Centre in Bhubaneswar at 4.20 pm, the alert covers Khordha, including Bhubaneswar, Cuttack, Kendrapada, Jagatsinghpur, Puri, Ganjam, Bhadrak, Kalahandi and Kandhamal.
The warning indicates the possibility of localised weather activity during the specified period, prompting the department to advise people to remain cautious and monitor changing conditions.
Bhubaneswar, Puri Among Areas Under Alert
The yellow warning covers coastal districts, including Khordha, Puri, Cuttack, Kendrapada, Jagatsinghpur and Bhadrak, as well as Ganjam, Kalahandi and Kandhamal.
Residents in the affected areas may experience brief spells of rain, thunder and lightning. Weather conditions could vary from one locality to another, as the forecast refers to isolated places within the districts.
IMD Advises Caution
The IMD has urged residents to keep track of weather updates and plan their outdoor activities accordingly.
People are advised to take shelter in safe buildings if thunderstorms occur and avoid open fields and exposed locations during lightning activity. Taking precautions during sudden weather changes can help reduce the risk of lightning-related incidents.
Residents are also encouraged to follow official weather bulletins for further updates on local conditions and any subsequent warnings.
