IMD Issues Severe Heat Wave Alert for Odisha as Temperatures Soar

The Indian Meteorological Department (IMD) warns of severe heat wave conditions in Odisha, with Bhubaneshwar recording 43.6 degrees Celsius. Director Manorama Mohanty cautions of temperatures exceeding 45 degrees Celsius in certain regions. The IMD issued a Yellow alert for several districts, prompting the closure of schools from April 18-20.