Temperatures Plunge Below 10°C Across Odisha, Dense Fog Alerts Issued

O disha is reeling under an intense cold spell as night temperatures continue to plummet below 10 degrees Celsius across several districts, marking a sharp descent into winter’s embrace.

In the last 24 hours, three locations—Daringbadi, Phulbani, and Jharsuguda—recorded minimum temperatures under 10°C, with Daringbadi emerging as the state’s chilliest spot at a bone-numbing 7°C. Rourkela in Sundargarh district clocked exactly 10°C, while dense fog blanketed Kalahandi and light mist hovered over Sundargarh, reducing visibility and adding to the wintry woes.

The cold wave, sweeping from coastal to interior regions, is being fueled by persistent western winds carrying frigid air masses. Regional Meteorological Centre Director Manorama Mohanty confirmed that this mercury dip will linger for