various regions of the state observed a steady decline in temperature over the preceding 3 days
OdishaPlus Bureau
Rourkela experienced its lowest temperature of 8.1°C on Friday, as various regions of the state observed a steady decline in temperature over the preceding three days, accompanied by thick fog, according to the India Meteorological Department (IMD). G Udayagiri in Kandhamal district recorded a temperature of 8.4°C, while Jharsuguda noted the most significant temperature drop, falling 3.5°C below the average to reach 9.8°C. Dense fog affected visibility in Rourkela, Phulbani, and Koraput during the morning hours, hindering traffic flow.
The state capital reported a temperature of 14.5°C, which is 1.5°C below the normal range. Manorama Mohanty, a scientist and head of the regional IMD center, stated that “Clear skies and shifting wind patterns have played a role in the temperature decrease.” She indicated that cold conditions have arisen following the reduction in the likelihood of rain due to western disturbances.
The IMD has predicted that this cold trend will persist for the next three days, with a potential increase of 2-4°C in minimum temperatures over the following two days. Shallow to moderate fog is anticipated to continue, particularly in the districts of Jharsuguda, Ganjam, and Kalahandi on Saturday.
In response to the IMD’s fog advisory, the office of the special relief commissioner has instructed district collectors to take necessary actions to regulate vehicle movement on highways.
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