Cyclone Dana: Rainfall in East UP, Bihar, and MP as Depression Weakens After Havoc in Odisha

New Delhi: After Cyclone Dana made landfall, causing significant damage in Odisha and West Bengal, regions in eastern Uttar Pradesh, parts of Madhya Pradesh , Bihar , and Jharkhand are likely to experience rainfall till 31st October.   

Odisha and West Bengal suffered extensive destruction when Cyclone Dana struck on Friday, and now the eastern part of the country is bracing for heavy rain in its aftermath. The cyclone, which formed over the Bay of Bengal, has since weakened after its landfall in the coastal state of odisha. 

In Bihar , the impact will be felt through October 31, coinciding with Diwali . During this period, skies will remain mostly cloudy, with light drizzles expected in the state’s southeastern areas until October 28.

Light Rain in Bihar

Currently, light rain is possible in many districts. According to the Meteorological Department, 19 districts in Bihar, including Nalanda, Banka, Munger, Begusarai, Lakhisarai, Jamui, Katihar, Supaul, Araria, Khagaria, Bhagalpur, Jehanabad, Sheikhpura, Gaya, Nawada, Saharsa, Madhepura, Purnia, and Kishanganj, are forecasted to experience cloudy skies and strong winds of 10-20 km/h. These areas may see drizzles on Saturday, keeping temperatures cool.

Alerts in Eastern MP 

The Meteorological Department has also issued a drizzle alert for eastern Madhya Pradesh on October 27, 28, and 29.

Rainfall Likely in Eastern UP 

In eastern Uttar Pradesh, rain is likely today, October 26, due to the cyclone’s impact. The Indian Meteorological Department (IMD) noted that moist winds from the Bay of Bengal are reaching eastern Uttar Pradesh, which may result in light showers in parts of the state.

As heavy rainfall accompanied by gusty surface wind continues to batter Odisha under the impact of Cyclone Dana, the district administrations of five districts announced the extension of holidays for school students Till Sunday.