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Odisha braces for floods as deep depression brings torrential rain
A deep depression that crossed the Andhra Pradesh coast has moved into Odisha, dumping heavy rainfall across the state and forcing authorities to evacuate thousands of residents. Schools have been shut down as the meteorological system continues to batter the region with intense precipitation.
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The deep depression made landfall on the Andhra Pradesh coast on September 24, 2026, and subsequently moved into Odisha, where it unleashed heavy to very heavy rain over a 24-hour period ending at 8:30 a.m. on September 25. The severe weather system has prompted state authorities to take precautionary measures to protect residents in flood-prone areas.
State administration officials have evacuated approximately 10,000 people from vulnerable zones as a precautionary measure against potential flooding. The evacuation operation reflects growing concerns about water levels in rivers and low-lying districts that face heightened risk during heavy downpours.
Educational institutions across Odisha have been ordered to remain closed as the inclement weather persists, affecting thousands of students. The decision underscores the severity of the weather system and safety concerns for the public moving about in hazardous conditions.
The India Meteorological Department is continuing to monitor the movement of the depression system. Authorities have activated disaster management protocols and kept emergency response teams on standby in anticipation of potential flooding and related emergencies in the coming hours.