Heat wave in Odisha from May 8

Bhubaneswar: The days of Kalabaisakhi rains in Odisha are numbered as the heat is likely to return. The temperature will rise by 2 to 4 degrees Celsius within the next two days.

On the other hand, respite from heat can be seen. The thunderstorm and lightning can be experienced today along with a gusty wind speed of 40 to 50 kmph in seven districts.

The IMD has issued a yellow warning to these 7 districts of Koraput, Malkangiri, Rayagada, Gajapati, Ganjam, Mayurbhanj and Keonjhar.

Similarly, a yellow warning has been issued for lightning and thunderstorm to 16 districts with a gusty wind speed of 30 to 40 kmph.