Bhubaneswar, Aug. 24 -- The Odisha Government is maintaining round-the-clock vigil over the rainfall and flood situation triggered by a low-pressure system over the state, with the overall situation remaining under control, official sources said on Monday.
The State Emergency Operation Centre (SEOC) is closely monitoring the situation in coordination with District Emergency Operation Centres (DEOCs) and is maintaining constant communication with district administrations.
To strengthen rescue and relief operations in flood- and waterlogging-affected areas, 67 teams of ODRAF, NDRF and Fire & Emergency Services have been deployed across the state. The deployment includes 15 ODRAF teams, eight NDRF teams and 44 Fire & Emergency Services teams...