Schools Closed in Odisha and Andhra Pradesh Due to Deep Depression
• The district administrations in Odisha and Andhra Pradesh have ordered the closure of schools due to severe rainfall caused by a deep depression over the west-central and adjacent Bay of Bengal. According to the India Meteorological Department (IMD), the system has been delivering heavy rainfall to coastal and interior regions of both states. The deep depression is expected to persist, with significant rainfall forecasted for September 24 and
• Districts such as Visakhapatnam, Anakapalli, Kakinada, Konaseema, East Godavari, West Godavari, and Eluru in Andhra Pradesh, as well as Kalahandi, Nabarangpur, Koraput, and Malkangiri in Odisha, are likely to experience severe weather conditions.
Impact & Risks
The heavy rainfall poses risks of flooding, waterlogging, and potential disruption to daily life in affected areas. Schools have been closed as a precautionary measure, but teachers and staff have been instructed to remain on duty to ensure emergency preparedness. Southern Odisha is under a red alert, with exceptionally heavy rain expected in isolated areas. Residents in low-lying and flood-prone regions may face heightened risks, including damage to property and transportation disruptions.
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