North Odisha flood situation grim, IMD forecast more rains till August 18
The State government has cancelled leave for employees, and schools and educational institutions remained closed for the day due to inclement weather
The flood situation in north Odisha remains grim on Monday, August 17, 2026, as the India Meteorological Department (IMD) forecasts more rains. Over five lakh people have been affected, with 2.37 lakh evacuated to safety in 300 relief camps. Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi is expected to conduct an on-the-spot assessment in Bhadrak and Jajpur districts.
The IMD has issued red, orange, and yellow warnings for heavy to extremely heavy rainfall in specific districts, advising fishermen not to venture into the sea until August 18. Rainfall of 93.1 mm was recorded in Balasore town in the past 24 hours. The entire administration is on high alert, with rescue teams and engineers deployed to protect embankments and mitigate the impact of the calamity.
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