The existing low-pressure system over north Odisha and adjoining Gangetic West Bengal has now moved away. However, the Regional Meteorological Centre has indicated the development of a fresh cyclonic circulation over the north Bay of Bengal. This system is expected to bring more rainfall to Odisha in the coming days.
June 29 Forecast: Heavy Rainfall in Interior and Coastal Odisha
Due to the remnants of the current system, Odisha continues to experience overcast skies. On June 29, heavy to very heavy rainfall is expected in interior districts including Bargarh, Jharsuguda, Sundargarh, Sambalpur, and Keonjhar.
Additionally, coastal and southern districts like Balasore, Bhadrak, Jajpur, Kendrapara, Cuttack, Jagatsinghpur, Puri, Khordha, Nayagarh, Ganjam, and Gajapati may witness rain accompanied by thunderstorms and lightning.
Temporary Reduction in Rain Intensity
While a slight reduction in rainfall intensity is expected on June 29, weather experts caution that this will be short-lived.
New Low-Pressure Area to Intensify Monsoon
A new low-pressure area is likely to develop over the north Bay of Bengal and adjoining coastal areas of Bangladesh and West Bengal by June 30. This system is expected to enhance monsoon activity across Odisha.
Heavy Rainfall Predicted From June 30 to July 3
The fresh system will likely lead to heavy rainfall on June 30 and July 1, with the wet spell continuing till July 3. Districts such as Mayurbhanj, Keonjhar, and Jajpur are under alert for heavy to very heavy rainfall. Other affected regions will include Balasore, Bhadrak, Kendrapara, Cuttack, Dhenkanal, Angul, Deogarh, Sambalpur, and Sundargarh.
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