South Odisha is expected to see heavy to very heavy rain and strong winds from November 2 to 4 under the influence of Cyclone Murasu, with gusts potentially reaching 70 kmph in several districts, according to the Regional Meteorological Centre in Bhubaneswar.
Regional Meteorological Centre director Manorama Mohanty said the impact of the system would begin increasing from November 2, with Ganjam and Gajapati districts likely to receive heavy rainfall. Wind gusts in southern Odisha could reach 60 kmph on that day, the forecast said.
Rainfall is expected to intensify across most parts of southern Odisha on November 3. Ganjam, Gajapati, Rayagada, Koraput and Malkangiri districts may receive very heavy rain on November 3 and 4. The forecast also indicates that strong winds will accompany the rain during this period.
Wind speeds on November 3 are expected to remain between 50 kmph and 60 kmph, while gusts could reach up to 70 kmph. The combination of intense rainfall and high winds may affect road movement, local transport, power infrastructure and outdoor activity in exposed areas, although the supplied forecast does not specify any closures or operational restrictions.
The warning covers a region that includes coastal, hilly and interior districts, where heavy rain can affect road connectivity and access to essential services. Ganjam and Gajapati are expected to see the initial impact, while the forecast for November 3 and 4 extends to Rayagada, Koraput and Malkangiri. The source report did not provide district-wise rainfall totals or details of any evacuation, relief or emergency response measures.
The forecast also points to a short period of intensified weather rather than a prolonged spell. Rainfall activity is expected to begin weakening from November 5, after which only isolated places are likely to receive rain, according to the Regional Meteorological Centre.
The forecast was issued in connection with the influence of Cyclone Murasu. The supplied report does not include details about the system’s current location, track, intensity or any separate alerts issued by district administrations. It also does not state whether schools, transport services or public events will be affected.
Residents, transport operators and local authorities in the districts named in the forecast will be watching the next official weather updates as the rain and wind period approaches. The Regional Meteorological Centre’s next forecasts will determine whether the expected rainfall and wind conditions require additional district-level advisories.
