IMD Issues Orange Warning for Heavy Rainfall in Odisha, Coastal Andhra, and Telangana
IMD Issues Orange Warning for Heavy Rainfall in Odisha, Coastal Andhra, and Telangana
IN · Published Sep 21, 2026
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued an orange warning for heavy to very heavy rainfall in Odisha, Coastal Andhra Pradesh, and Telangana over the next two to three days.
Additionally, heavy rainfall is expected in isolated areas of Chhattisgarh, Gangetic West Bengal, Karnataka, Konkan and Goa, Madhya Maharashtra, and parts of the North-Eastern states.

Impact & Risks

The heavy to very heavy rainfall in Odisha, Coastal Andhra Pradesh, and Telangana could lead to waterlogging, localised flooding, and disruption of daily activities. Thunderstorms and gusty winds in other regions, including Bihar, Jharkhand, and Tamil Nadu, may pose risks to outdoor activities and infrastructure. Agricultural activities in affected areas could also face challenges, including potential crop damage due to waterlogging and strong winds.

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