A low-pressure area over the north Bay of Bengal has intensified into a depression, prompting the India Meteorological Department (IMD) to issue a red warning for Mayurbhanj and Keonjhar districts in Odisha. Heavy to very heavy rainfall is expected in these districts over the next three days, till July 28.
- School Holiday: The District Magistrate has declared a one-day holiday for all government and private schools in Mayurbhanj district due to the red warning.
- Hostel Precautions: Students in residential hostels have been ordered to shift to safe, concrete houses without asbestos or kerosene to ensure their safety.
- Fishermen Advisory: Fishermen have been advised not to venture into the sea from July 24 to 27 due to rough conditions.
- Heavy Rainfall: Widespread rainfall activities are expected across Odisha, with heavy to very heavy rainfall predicted in northern districts.
- Affected Districts: Mayurbhanj and Keonjhar are under red alert, while other districts, including Balasore, Bhadrak, and Jajpur, are under orange or yellow warnings.