IMD Issues Heavy Rainfall Alert for Odisha, Expect Downpours Within 3 Hours

The India Meteorological Department (IMD) released an advisory at 09:00 IST warning of heavy rainfall across Odisha within the next three hours. Meteorologists anticipate widespread downpours accompanied by strong gusts, particularly in coastal districts such as Puri, Kendrapara and Bhadrak. The alert follows a rapid rise in atmospheric moisture and a low‑pressure system moving eastward over the Bay of Bengal. Authorities have urged residents to stay indoors, avoid travel on flooded roads, and secure loose objects that could become hazardous in strong winds. Emergency services are on standby to respond to any water‑related incidents, and local officials will monitor river levels for potential flooding.