ODISHA SRC ASKS OFFICIALS TO KEEP ADMINISTRATIVE MACHINERY READY TO FACE ANY EVENTUALITY DUE TO HEAVY RAIN
Bhubaneswar(13/09/2023): As per forecast of IMD, Bhubaneswar, the Low Pressure Area over central parts of North Bay of Bengal now lies over Northwest & adjoining Westcentral Bay of Bengal and the associated cyclonic circulation extends upto 7.6 km above mean sea level tilting southwestwards with height.
It is likely to become more marked during next 24 hours and move across south Odisha and south Chhattisgarh during next 3 days. Special Relief Commissioner reviewed the situation with Senior Officers of the districts and instructed to take following actions. Districts under red/ orange/ yellow warning to keep administrative machinery ready to face any eventuality. In case of overtopping of roads/ bridges due to heavy rain, restrict plying of vehicles by deploying Police personnel and local officer, if situation arises. In case of damage of houses, polythene sheets shall be provided and further arrangements shall be put in place. In case of falling of trees, the local fire services shall be utilized for road clearance. In case of power disruption the local DISCOM authority shall be instructed to ensure immediate restoration power supply. In case of very heavy rain, people of low-lying areas may be shifted to safer locations temporarily, if required. The Urban Local Bodies (ULBs) must keep the drains/ storm water channels de-congested, and adequate de-watering pumps may be deployed as per requirement. People may be advised to keep watch on the weather and take safe shelter during the thunderstorm activity to protect from lightning and follow traffic advisories in urban areas. The situation of the district shall be informed to the Special Relief Commissioner office from time to time.
