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Dense fog blankets Odisha’s Sonepur, disrupts morning traffic
The Story in Brief
Dense fog blanketed Binika in Odisha’s Sonepur district on Friday, 23 October 2026 morning, sharply reducing visibility and making travel difficult. Vehicles moved with headlights on as thick fog covered the area.
Residents said driving had become hazardous and urged commuters to be careful. Despite the fog, some people came out for morning walks, noting the weather had changed after a hot summer. One resident called the fog thicker than usual and advised caution.
No injuries or accidents were reported. The fog had lifted by later in the day, with no advisory issued by local authorities.
Indian Opinion Analysis
The fog marks the onset of winter in western Odisha, where October temperatures can drop sharply overnight. Residents are caught between relief from summer heat and a sudden visibility hazard that slows early-morning movement. The district has no fog-warning system for rural roads, so commuters rely on word of mouth. With no official advisory or accident data in the report, the immediate risk remains unquantified. The next clear test will be whether the district administration issues a caution notice if fog persists through the weekend.
Source: odishatv.in
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