Bhubaneswar, Aug 6: Several coastal districts of Odisha witnessed widespread rainfall over the past 24 hours, with Bhubaneswar emerging as the wettest location after recording 107.9 mm of rainfall till 8.30 am on Thursday, according to the India Meteorological Department (IMD).

The rainfall data released by the IMD showed that Jenapur in Jajpur district received 106.8 mm of rain, while Patamundai in Kendrapada recorded 100 mm, indicating intense monsoon activity across the coastal belt.

Several parts of Cuttack district also experienced heavy showers. Mahanga recorded 92 mm of rainfall, followed by Nischintakoili with 82 mm, Kantapada with 81 mm, and Salipur with 65 mm. In Bhadrak district, Bhandaripokhari received 80 mm of rain.

Other areas reporting significant rainfall included Sukinda (76 mm), Jajpur town (75 mm), Bari (65 mm), Rajghat in Balasore (74.8 mm), Bhogorai (68 mm), NH-5 Govindpur (66.2 mm), Biridi in Jagatsinghpur (72 mm), and Aul in Kendrapada (66 mm).

The widespread rainfall has brought much-needed relief from the prevailing humid weather and high temperatures. However, authorities have cautioned that continuous rain could trigger waterlogging in low-lying areas and advised residents to remain alert while commuting during the ongoing monsoon spell.

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