June 23rd 2024.
The Meteorological Centre in Bhubaneswar has issued a warning for thunderstorms with lightning in 14 districts for Saturday. Along with this, gusty winds reaching 30-40 kmph may also affect certain areas in the state. The MeT office released a bulletin on Friday, confirming the arrival of the southwest monsoon in 24 districts.
According to the bulletin, the southwest monsoon has made its way into some more parts of the state, covering a total of 24 districts such as Malkangiri, Koraput, Rayagada, and more. However, there are still six districts, including Jharsuguda and Sambalpur, where the monsoon is yet to arrive.
The regional weather office predicts that the conditions are favorable for the monsoon to advance into these remaining districts. On the other hand, the weather department has also issued a forecast of heavy rainfall for the next three days in various parts of the state. Manorama Mohanty, the director of IMD's regional center in Bhubaneswar, stated that there will be rain accompanied by thunderstorms and gusty winds with speeds up to 30-40 kmph.
As the southwest monsoon makes its way into the state, it brings with it the much-needed relief from the scorching heat. However, it also brings the possibility of severe weather conditions, such as thunderstorms and strong winds. The MeT office has advised people in the affected districts to take necessary precautions and stay safe during this time. So, it is essential to keep an umbrella handy and be prepared for the upcoming rainy days.
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