Odisha Braces for Thunderstorms: IMD Issues Orange Alert for Multiple Districts

Eight districts in Odisha are under an orange alert due to an expected spell of rain, thunderstorms, and lightning tonight. The IMD's recent advisory, released at 9:55 PM, specifically mentions Balangir, Bargarh, Jharsuguda, Khurdha, Nuapada, Puri, Sambalpur, and Sundargarh. Residents in these areas should prepare for moderate rainfall, thunderstorms, lightning, and potential wind gusts reaching 30-40 kmph over the next three hours.