After enduring a prolonged heatwave, Odisha residents can finally rejoice as the Southwest monsoon has enveloped the entire state.
· The monsoon has advanced across several regions, including parts of the Arabian Sea, Gujarat, Maharashtra, Madhya Pradesh, Chhattisgarh, and Odisha.
· The IMD provided a detailed overview of the monsoon’s progress, noting that the Northern Limit of the Monsoon now extends through various locations.
· The IMD has issued a yellow alert for nine districts, including Khordha, Nayagarh, Boudh, Kandhamal, Kalahandi, Ganjam, Rayagada, Jharsuguda, and Sundargarh.
· Looking ahead, the IMD has forecasted rainfall with thunderstorms and lightning over the next two days, with an expected increase in rainfall from January 26 onwards.
After enduring a prolonged heatwave, Odisha residents can finally rejoice as the Southwest monsoon has enveloped the entire state. According to a recent bulletin from the India Meteorological Department (IMD), the monsoon has advanced across several regions, including parts of the Arabian Sea, Gujarat, Maharashtra, Madhya Pradesh, Chhattisgarh, and Odisha. The bulletin highlighted a cyclonic circulation over interior Odisha and adjoining Chhattisgarh, indicating significant weather changes for the region.
The IMD provided a detailed overview of the monsoon’s progress, noting that the Northern Limit of the Monsoon now extends through various locations, including Veraval, Rajpipla, Ujjain, and Haldia, among others. The advance of the monsoon has brought light to moderate rainfall to several districts in Odisha, such as Nabarangpur, Jagatsinghpur, Ganjam, Malkangiri, and more. The highest temperature recorded in the state was 38.0°C in Nuapada, while Nabarangpur experienced the lowest minimum temperature at 22.0°C.
The IMD has issued a yellow alert for nine districts, including Khordha, Nayagarh, Boudh, Kandhamal, Kalahandi, Ganjam, Rayagada, Jharsuguda, and Sundargarh. These areas are expected to experience thunderstorms accompanied by lightning and gusty winds reaching speeds of 30-40 km/h. Residents are advised to stay alert, especially farmers and fishermen, as the weather changes could impact their activities over the next five days.
In South Coastal Odisha, a noticeable decrease in maximum temperatures has been observed, while some interior regions have experienced a slight increase. Temperature anomalies were noted, with parts of interior Odisha recording below-normal temperatures and coastal areas seeing above-normal temperatures. Overall, the temperature variations reflect the diverse climatic conditions across the state.
The arrival of the monsoon has provided a much-needed respite from the extreme heatwave conditions that have plagued Odisha. This development is particularly significant for farmers, who have eagerly awaited the rains to commence their Kharif cultivation. Despite the recent rainfall, the state has experienced a 39% deficit in rainfall from June 1 to June 22. Five districts have reported severe rainfall shortages, and 17 districts have received less than normal rainfall, while eight districts have experienced normal rainfall levels.
Looking ahead, the IMD has forecasted rainfall with thunderstorms and lightning over the next two days, with an expected increase in rainfall from January 26 onwards. The yellow warning indicates that isolated thunderstorms and gusty winds are likely to occur in several districts, including Balasore, Bhadrak, Jajpur, Kendrapara, Cuttack, Jagatsinghpur, Mayurbhanj, and Keonjhar. Residents in these areas should prepare for potential weather disruptions and take necessary precautions to ensure their safety.
In conclusion, the monsoon’s arrival in Odisha brings much-needed relief and hope for a bountiful agricultural season, despite the challenges posed by previous weather conditions. The IMD’s alerts and forecasts will play a crucial role in helping residents navigate the changing weather landscape safely.
(With inputs from agencies)
