Odisha Ravaged by Heavy Rains: Landslides, Evacuations, and Disruptions
Odisha faced severe disruption as heavy rains, triggered by a deep depression, caused landslides, waterlogging, and left one person dead. Rescue operations are underway for missing persons, while train services and roads face significant disruption. Local authorities are on high alert to manage the unfolding crisis.
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Odisha was hit by heavy rainfall on Thursday, leading to landslides, waterlogging, and emergency situations across the state. The relentless downpour, a result of a deep depression, has halted normal life, leaving one person dead and two others missing, according to official reports from local authorities.
The meteorological department has issued a 'red alert' for some districts and ordered necessary preventive measures. The coastal areas, especially near Gopalpur, faced intensified rains as the depression crossed the coast. Local government has mobilized rescue teams while asking residents to remain cautious and prepared for further rain.
In response to the escalating situation, Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi directed officials to oversee rescue efforts and aid distribution. Additionally, train services and key highways, including the National Highway 326, face severe disruptions, compounding the state's crisis management efforts.
(With inputs from agencies.)
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