India, Oct. 6 -- Several parts of Odisha are likely to experience rain and thunderstorms over the next three days, with the India Meteorological Department (IMD) issuing a yellow warning for nine districts on Tuesday.

Light to moderate rainfall is likely in Sundargarh, Jharsuguda, Keonjhar, Mayurbhanj, Kalahandi, Nabarangpur, Rayagada, Koraput and Malkangiri districts.

The weather conditions are expected to remain unsettled over the next few days, with thunderstorms accompanied by lightning likely in several parts of the state.

On October 7 and 8, most districts of Odisha, barring Malkangiri, Nuapada and Balangir, are likely to experience thunderstorms and lightning. Gusty winds with speeds of 40 to 50 kmph are also expected during thi...