Bhubaneswar, Oct. 11 -- Odisha is set to witness heavy rainfall even as the south-west monsoon is in its retreating phase. The Meteorological Department has issued warnings for several districts, forecasting thunderstorms and moderate to heavy showers over the next two days. Authorities have advised residents to remain alert and take necessary precautions as weather conditions may intensify in some regions.

For Saturday, a yellow warning for heavy rainfall has been issued for Koraput, Kalahandi, and Rayagada. In other districts, strong winds accompanied by lightning may occur, with speeds reaching 30 to 40 kmph in certain areas. The ongoing rainfall is attributed to the retreating monsoon and the influence of the returning south-west mon...