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IMD warns of heavy rain, flood risk in east India
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) on Friday warned of heavy to extremely heavy rainfall across large parts of eastern, northwestern and southern India over the next two to three days, driven by…
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The India Meteorological Department (IMD) on Friday warned of heavy to extremely heavy rainfall across large parts of eastern, northwestern and southern India over the next two to three days, driven by two active low-pressure systems. It also announced a low to moderate flash flood risk for parts of Odisha, West Bengal and Jharkhand.
Odisha is set to experience widespread rainfall for four days, with an orange warning issued for Cuttack and Mayurbhanj. The IMD has advised residents to avoid unnecessary travel and stay alert, especially in low-lying areas where waterlogging is possible.
The Indian Opinion
The IMD's alert is based on sound meteorological models, but some residents may dismiss it if the heaviest rain misses their area, or panic excessively. The real test is whether local authorities act on the flash flood risk, clear drainage, warn vulnerable hamlets. Over the next 48 hours, actual rainfall totals in Odisha and Jharkhand will show if the warning was proportionate.
Sources (2): odishatv.in, livemint.com
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Updated: this story now draws on 2 sources.
