The Odisha government has intensified its preparations for a potential cyclone threat, placing emergency teams on alert and ordering officials to remain at their headquarters as a very severe cyclonic storm is expected to make landfall along the Andhra Pradesh coast on October 28.
the Odisha government is preparing for possible impacts, including heavy rainfall and strong winds across southern and coastal districts, news agency PTI reported Although the predicted landfall area is around 300 km from Odisha’s Gopalpur. Majhi said Odisha could experience heavy rainfall in southern and coastal districts, accompanied by gusty winds reaching 70-90 kmph.
Heavy to very heavy rainfall is likely to continue in Puducherry, Karaikal and adjoining districts of Tamil Nadu, according to the weather forecast.
Ganjam, Gajapati, Rayagada, Koraput and Malkangiri are expected to face the greatest impact, while other coastal areas could also receive significant rainfall. The chief minister has directed the Health and Family Welfare, Water Resources, Energy, Agriculture, Panchayati Raj and Rural Development departments, along with engineering services, to remain prepared and ensure prompt repairs to any damage caused by the cyclone and associated rainfall. Puducherry and neighbouring areas have been experiencing continuous rainfall since Saturday night as the northeast monsoon remains active in the region.
The IMD has forecast heavy to very heavy rainfall in Puducherry, Karaikal and adjoining districts of Tamil Nadu, with wet conditions likely to persist as the system moves towards the Andhra Pradesh coast.
