# Cyclone preparedness and monitoring in eastern India > Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/weather-alerts-in-eastern-india > Updated: 2026-10-27T00:05:25.000Z. Sources: 10. Developments: 5. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has continued to issue weather warnings for eastern India. In Bihar, a yellow alert was issued for 18 districts, including Gopalganj, Siwan, Bhojpur, Buxar, and Muzaffarpur, forecasting rain, thunderstorms, and winds of 40 to 50 kmph. While northern and eastern districts like Purnea and Katihar expected rainfall, Patna was predicted to remain mostly dry. These conditions coincided with the near-completion of the southwest monsoon’s withdrawal. In Odisha, the IMD issued yellow warnings for thunderstorms, lightning, and gusty winds through October 19. As of mid-October, the state was monitoring a potential weather system in the Bay of Bengal. By October 24, the situation escalated as the weather system was expected to develop into a depression on October 24 and intensify into a deep depression on October 25. The IMD indicated the system could potentially form a cyclone by the morning of October 26, which may be named ‘Arnab’. In response, the Odisha government has cancelled all official leaves and placed authorities on high alert following a high-level review meeting at Lok Seva Bhavan. District administrations in potentially affected areas have been directed to maintain 24-hour monitoring. Preparations are underway to ensure the availability of food, safe drinking water, and essential medicines at shelters. Additionally, authorities have issued strict instructions for all fishermen to return to the coast. Following the potential cyclone development, the Odisha government issued an official advisory through the Office of the Special Relief Commissioner (SRC) warning against the circulation of “false, deceptive, or speculative cyclone forecasts” on social media and digital platforms. Authorities noted that unscientific predictions regarding storm paths and landfall locations can cause public panic, artificial shortages, and agricultural losses. ## Timeline ### 2026-10-27: Odisha government warns against fake cyclone forecasts Odisha authorities have warned of legal action against those spreading unverified cyclone forecasts that cause public panic, economic disruption, or interfere with official disaster management efforts. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/odisha-government-warns-against-fake-cyclone-forecasts ### 2026-10-17: Odisha monitors potential Bay of Bengal cyclonic system Odisha is monitoring a potential cyclonic system in the Bay of Bengal expected around October 22, while the IMD issues thunderstorm and lightning warnings for several districts. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/odisha-monitors-potential-bay-of-bengal-cyclonic-system ### 2026-10-14: Odisha weather: IMD issues yellow alert for thunderstorms and lightning The India Meteorological Department has issued yellow alerts for thunderstorms, lightning, and gusty winds across several Odisha districts through October 19. 4 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/odisha-weather-imd-issues-yellow-alert-for-thunderstorms-and-lightning ### 2026-10-09: Bihar issued yellow alert for rain and thunderstorms in 18 districts A yellow alert has been issued for 18 districts in Bihar, warning of thunderstorms and strong winds up to 50 kmph as the monsoon withdraws. 3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/bihar-issued-yellow-alert-for-rain-and-thunderstorms-in-18-districts ### 2026-10-07: Odisha weather alert: IMD issues yellow warning for thunderstorms The India Meteorological Department has issued a yellow warning for Odisha, predicting thunderstorms, lightning, and gusty winds across multiple districts through October 10. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/odisha-weather-alert-imd-issues-yellow-warning-for-thunderstorms --- Cite as: Cyclone preparedness and monitoring in eastern India. CLSTR, https://clstr.news/situations/weather-alerts-in-eastern-india