Bhubaneswar: The India Meteorological Department has issued a weather alert for western Odisha, predicting light to moderate thunderstorms with gusty winds of up to 30-40 kmph, lightning, and light to moderate rain in some parts of Jharsuguda, Sambalpur, and Bargarh districts within the next three hours.
Residents are advised to stay alert and keep a close watch on the weather for worsening conditions. In case of lightning, people are cautioned to seek shelter in safe places to avoid being struck.
The districts are likely to experience thunderstorms, and people are advised to take necessary precautions to ensure their safety.
