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Floods and landslides in Odisha leave 12 missing as cyclone approaches
✍️ Kanak News Odisha
🗓 03 Nov 2026, 02:01 AM
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Heavy rains have caused floods and landslides across Odisha, leaving 12 people missing while a cyclone threatens the region.
Heavy monsoon rains have triggered widespread flooding and several landslides in Odisha's low‑lying districts. Local officials report that twelve individuals are currently unaccounted for after the sudden inundation and slope failures.
State disaster management teams, supported by the National Disaster Response Force, have been deployed to the affected zones. Rescue crews are conducting search operations using boats and all‑terrain vehicles, while temporary shelters are being set up for displaced families.
Meteorological departments have issued an alert for an approaching cyclonic system that could intensify the situation. Authorities have warned residents in coastal districts to remain vigilant and to follow evacuation orders if the cyclone makes landfall.
The combined impact of floods, landslides and the looming cyclone is expected to strain relief resources, prompting the state government to request additional assistance from the central government.
State disaster management teams, supported by the National Disaster Response Force, have been deployed to the affected zones. Rescue crews are conducting search operations using boats and all‑terrain vehicles, while temporary shelters are being set up for displaced families.
Meteorological departments have issued an alert for an approaching cyclonic system that could intensify the situation. Authorities have warned residents in coastal districts to remain vigilant and to follow evacuation orders if the cyclone makes landfall.
The combined impact of floods, landslides and the looming cyclone is expected to strain relief resources, prompting the state government to request additional assistance from the central government.