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Key Points

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Red warning issued for heavy rain in Odisha.

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More than 20 centimeters of rain expected within 24 hours.

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Six districts already facing flooding.

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Around 100,000 residents evacuated to safe shelters.

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Fishermen advised not to go out to sea from Aug 16‑18.

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Summary

India's weather agency gave a red warning for very heavy rain.

Over 20 cm of rain may fall in just one day.

About 100,000 people have been moved to relief centres.

Fishermen are asked to stay away from the sea for safety.

Local officials are on alert and will give updates.

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New Words to Learn

14 words
low‑pressure area
a spot in the sky where the air is lighter and can make clouds and rain
red warning
a very serious alert that says dangerous weather is coming
evacuated
moved to a safer place because of danger
relief centres
places where people can stay safe and get help
inundation
when water covers land or houses
depression
a weak storm that can become stronger
calamity
a big problem or disaster
squally
windy and rainy weather
gusting
when wind blows suddenly fast
district collectors
leaders who help manage a local area
additional chief secretary
a senior government helper who gives instructions
urban authorities
people who take care of city problems
coordinated
working together in an organized way
citizen‑centric
focused on helping the people who live there
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