Bhubaneswar, Dec. 22 -- Cold conditions across Odisha are likely to intensify further from Christmas onwards, with the Bhubaneswar Meteorological Centre forecasting a fresh spell of colder weather beginning December 25.

According to the forecast, the cold wave is expected to strengthen due to an increased flow of dry, cold north-westerly winds over the region. Meteorologists also attributed the anticipated drop in temperatures to the departure effect of a western disturbance, which is likely to lead to a further fall in night temperatures across the state.

Severe cold conditions accompanied by dense fog are currently prevailing in several parts of Odisha. Weather officials warned that fog intensity may increase further in the coming day...