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IMD Predicts Rain, Thunderstorms in Odisha Amid Heatwave Relief

The India Meteorological Department has predicted rainfall and thunderstorms in Odisha over the coming days, offering relief from the ongoing heatwave. IMD Scientist Sanjeev Dwivedi noted that Tuesday recorded a high of 45.3°C in Jharsuguda, the second-highest for April. A yellow warning has been issued for hot and humid conditions, while widespread rain is expected in Northeast and Eastern India. The Union Health Secretary has also advised states to prepare for heatwave conditions by setting up Heat Stroke Management Units.

Key Points: IMD Forecasts Rain, Thunderstorms in Odisha

  • IMD predicts rainfall and thunderstorms for Odisha
  • Yellow warning issued for hot, humid weather
  • Tuesday recorded 45.3°C in Jharsuguda
  • Air India Express flight diverted due to adverse weather
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Rainfall, thunderstorms will occur in the next few days in Odisha: IMD

IMD predicts rainfall and thunderstorms in Odisha over coming days, providing relief from heatwave. Yellow warning issued for hot, humid weather.

"The temperature yesterday was high, but the scenario is changing today... Rainfall and thunderstorms will occur in the coming time - Sanjeev Dwivedi, IMD Scientist"

Bhubaneswar, April 29

The India Meteorological Department on Wednesday predicted that rainfall and thunderstorms will likely occur in the next few days in Odisha and said that people are facing difficulties due to the sweltering heat.

IMD Scientist Sanjeev Dwivedi told ANI, "The temperature yesterday was high, but the scenario is changing today... People are facing difficulty due to the heat conditions in adjacent areas. Rainfall and thunderstorms will occur in the coming time... A yellow warning has been issued for hot and humid weather..."

"Tuesday recorded the second-highest temperature of 45.3 degrees Celsius in Jharsuguda for the first time in April," he said.

An Air India Express Spokesperson in a statement earlier said," Due to adverse weather conditions en route to Bhubaneswar, one of our flights from Delhi was diverted briefly to Jaipur. When the weather improved, the flight resumed its operations to Bhubaneswar".

The India Meteorological Department (IMD) on Wednesday issued a weather warning for several parts of Northeast and Eastern India, predicting widespread rainfall accompanied by thunderstorms, lightning and gusty winds over the coming days.

According to IMD, "Fairly widespread to widespread rainfall along with thunderstorm, lightning and gusty winds (40-60 kmph) with heavy to very heavy rainfall is likely over Sub-Himalayan West Bengal & Sikkim and Northeast India during the week."

The weather agency further warned that isolated, extremely heavy rainfall is also expected in parts of the region. "Isolated extremely heavy rainfall also likely over Assam & Meghalaya and Sub-Himalayan West Bengal & Sikkim on 29th April," it said.

Authorities have advised residents to take precautions during adverse weather conditions. Citizens have been urged to remain indoors during storms, avoid open areas during lightning activity, and travel with caution as gusty winds and heavy rain may cause disruptions.

Meanwhile, on Monday, the Union Health Secretary wrote to all states and Union Territories regarding heatwave preparedness. The advisory urged authorities to operationalise dedicated Heat Stroke Management Units at all health facilities, ensure adequate ambulance preparedness, disseminate early warnings for timely action, and enable real-time reporting of heatstroke cases on the Ministry's IHIP portal.

- ANI

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Priya S
IMD did a good job warning about the yellow alert - at least we can prepare. But why is the government not doing more about urban flooding in Bhubaneswar? Every year the same drainage issues when heavy rain comes. 😤
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Vikram M
Meanwhile in Jharsuguda hitting 45.3°C - that's insane for April! Climate change is real yaar. We need more green cover and less concrete in our cities. But kudos to IMD for the accurate forecasting. 👌
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Rohit P
Good that they're warning about gusty winds up to 60 kmph - please everyone secure your terrace things properly! Also, the heatstroke management units idea is good but implementation is key. Hope hospitals are actually prepared.
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Kavya N
Air India Express flight diverting to Jaipur - at least they didn't cancel completely like some airlines do! Weather safety should always come first. But bro, the heat these days is literally unbearable, even ACs struggling. 🌡️

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