Bhubaneswar, Oct 16: The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a yellow warning for thunderstorms accompanied by lightning and gusty surface winds in several districts of Odisha over the next three days.

According to the weather bulletin, gusty winds are likely to reach speeds of 30–40 kmph at isolated places in the districts covered by the warning. Residents have been advised to remain cautious during thunderstorm activity.

For Day 1, valid until 8:30 am on October 17, thunderstorms accompanied by lightning and gusty winds are very likely at one or two places in Jagatsinghapur, Kataka, Rayagada, Koraput, Malkangiri, Gajapati, Ganjam, Puri, Khordha and Nayagarh districts.

For Day 2, from 8:30 am on October 17 to 8:30 am on October 18, the warning will cover Rayagada, Koraput, Malkangiri, Gajapati and Ganjam districts, where similar weather conditions are likely at isolated places.

On Day 3, from 8:30 am on October 18 to 8:30 am on October 19, thunderstorms with lightning and gusty winds of 30–40 kmph are forecast at one or two places in Rayagada, Koraput and Malkangiri districts.

People are advised to avoid open areas during lightning, stay away from trees and electric poles, and seek shelter in safe buildings during thunderstorms. Residents should also remain alert to local weather updates and official advisories throughout the warning period.

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