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IMD Warns No Panic Amid Possible Cyclone Threat Over Odisha
✍️ hindustantimes.com
🗓 18 Sep 2026, 10:15 AM
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The India Meteorological Department has cautioned the public not to panic as a low‑pressure system develops over Odisha that could evolve into a cyclone.
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a statement urging residents of Odisha not to panic as a developing low‑pressure system over the state could potentially intensify into a cyclone.
IMD officials said the system is still in its early stages and is being closely monitored. While the possibility of a cyclone cannot be ruled out, the department emphasized that there is no immediate threat to the coastal regions.
Local authorities have been briefed and are preparing contingency plans, but residents are advised to stay informed through official weather updates rather than reacting to rumours.
The IMD will continue to track the system and will issue further advisories if conditions change.
In the meantime, the department encourages people to remain calm and follow any instructions from local disaster management officials.
IMD officials said the system is still in its early stages and is being closely monitored. While the possibility of a cyclone cannot be ruled out, the department emphasized that there is no immediate threat to the coastal regions.
Local authorities have been briefed and are preparing contingency plans, but residents are advised to stay informed through official weather updates rather than reacting to rumours.
The IMD will continue to track the system and will issue further advisories if conditions change.
In the meantime, the department encourages people to remain calm and follow any instructions from local disaster management officials.