Deep Depression Over Bay of Bengal Triggers Evacuations in Odisha
Deep Depression Over Bay of Bengal Triggers Evacuations in Odisha
IN · Published Sep 24, 2026
• A deep depression over the Bay of Bengal made landfall late on 23 September 2026, bringing heavy rainfall and strong winds to Odisha and Andhra Pradesh.
• The system, which did not intensify into a cyclone, caused sustained winds of 55–65 km/h with gusts up to 75 km/h.

Impact & Risks

The heavy rainfall has led to risks of flooding and landslides in low-lying areas. Schools and Anganwadi centres in 10 districts of Odisha were closed, and government personnel were instructed to remain on standby. Pregnant women in vulnerable areas were relocated to health centres. The Odisha Disaster Rapid Action Force (ODRAF) has been mobilised to handle emergencies.

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