Bhubaneswar, Dec 29: The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has forecast dense fog conditions during the early morning hours at isolated places in seven districts of Odisha on Tuesday. An orange warning has been issued for Sundargarh, Kalahandi, Kandhamal, Kendrapara, Jagatsinghpur, Bhadrak and Balasore, indicating the possibility of reduced visibility and potential disruption to road and rail traffic.

Along with fog, cold wave conditions are also likely to prevail at isolated pockets in Angul and Jharsuguda districts. Residents have been advised to remain cautious, especially during early morning travel, and take necessary precautions against cold-related health issues.

For December 31, the regional weather office has issued a yellow alert for dense fog in the same seven districts, while Angul and Jharsuguda remain under a cold wave alert. The IMD further stated that dense to very dense fog may occur during early hours across several districts, including Khurda, Mayurbhanj, Cuttack and Puri, on January 1.

Looking ahead, a yellow alert has been issued for January 2 for dense to very dense fog in Sundargarh, Kandhamal, Kendrapara, Jagatsinghpur and Puri. On January 3, dense fog is very likely in Jagatsinghpur and Sundargarh. Authorities have urged people to stay updated with weather advisories.

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