The Bay of Bengal deep depression hit India's eastern coast on September 23
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A deep depression in the Bay of Bengal hit India's eastern coast on September 23, causing severe flooding and heavy rainfall across Odisha, Uttar Pradesh, and Bihar.
Background
The depression caused rainfall in Odisha to be 457.9% above normal between September 23 and 28. In Uttar Pradesh, rainfall was 543.8% above normal, resulting in 56 deaths and over 1,000 damaged houses.
Facts for Prelims
- FactOdisha rainfall was 457.9% above normal between September 23 and 28
- FactUttar Pradesh recorded the highest excess rainfall at 543.8% during the depression
- FactHirakud Dam opened 28 gates due to rising water levels in Odisha
- FactOver 1 lakh people across 13 districts in Odisha were forced into safer locations
- PlaceBay of Bengal deep depression hit India's eastern coast on September 23
Prelims practice question
Which state recorded the highest excess rainfall at 543.8% during the Bay of Bengal deep depression?
- (a)Jharkhand
- (b)Uttar Pradesh
- (c)West Bengal
- (d)Madhya Pradesh
Show answer
Answer: (b) Uttar Pradesh — The note states that Uttar Pradesh recorded the highest excess rainfall at 543.8% during the depression.
For Mains
Q. Discuss the challenges in managing extreme rainfall events and flood mitigation in the eastern coastal states of India.
Dimensions to cover in your answer
- Infrastructure strain: Rapid dam gate operations and evacuation logistics in low-lying coastal districts
- Meteorological variability: Managing extreme rainfall surpluses exceeding 500% above normal levels
Keywords: cyclonic depression · flood mitigation · hydrological management · climate resilience
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