IMD Issues Red Alert for Intense Rains in Chhattisgarh, Odisha, and Telangana
IMD Issues Red Alert for Intense Rains in Chhattisgarh, Odisha, and Telangana
IN · Published Sep 24, 2026
• The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a red alert for extremely heavy rainfall in parts of Chhattisgarh and Odisha until Thursday, and in Telangana on Thursday and Friday.
• This is due to a deep depression over the Bay of Bengal, which has moved westward over Andhra Pradesh and Odisha.

Impact & Risks

The heavy rainfall poses risks of flooding, waterlogging, and disruption to daily life in the affected regions. Chhattisgarh may also experience thundersqualls with wind speeds of 50-60 km/h, gusting up to 70 km/h, until Thursday. Coastal Andhra Pradesh and Telangana are also at risk of thundersqualls. The intense rains could impact transportation, agriculture, and infrastructure, particularly in low-lying areas. Residents in these regions should remain vigilant and prepared for potential hazards.

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