Deep depression: Here’s all you need to know about the rain and flood-like situation of Odisha

According to Kalinga TV, the office of the Special Relief Commissioner (SRC) in Odisha has issued an update regarding the current weather conditions and potential flood risks across the state. The SRC reported that a deep depression, which had been positioned over north interior Odisha and adjacent areas of south Jharkhand and Chhattisgarh, has continued its westward movement.

Meteorological data indicates that the system has been traveling at a speed of approximately 15 kilometers per hour over the past six hours. The movement of this weather system has brought significant rainfall to the region, prompting local authorities to monitor water levels and potential flood-like situations in vulnerable districts. The SRC's office is coordinating with district administrations to ensure that emergency response protocols are in place should the precipitation lead to localized flooding.

Residents in the affected areas are advised to remain alert as the system continues to track westward. The state government is currently assessing the impact of the rainfall on infrastructure and agricultural lands. Further updates are expected as the meteorological department tracks the dissipation of the depression and its subsequent impact on regional weather patterns.