Bhubaneswar: The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a Red Warning for six districts of Odisha as Cyclone Arnab continues its movement towards the state.
As per IMD prediction, Nabarangapur, Rayagada, Koraput, Malkangiri, Gajapati and Ganjam districts are likely to experience extremely heavy to very heavy rainfall accompanied by strong winds of 50–70 kmph. The next 24 hours are expected to be critical as the cyclone’s impact intensifies.
Several other districts, including Bargarh, Subarnapur, Boudh, Nuapada, Balangir, Kalahandi, Kandhamal, Puri, Khordha and Nayagarh, have been placed under heavy to very heavy rainfall alert with wind speeds of 40–60 kmph. The remaining parts of the state may also receive heavy rainfall along with winds of 30–50 kmph.
The weather system is forecast to move across Odisha towards southern Chhattisgarh, which could prolong the spell of rain and strong winds over large parts of the state.
The IMD has advised residents in the affected districts to remain vigilant, avoid unnecessary travel, and follow official advisories closely during the crucial period ahead.
