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Schools Shut, Shelters Ready: Odisha, Andhra, Tamil Nadu Prepare for Cyclone
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What Happened?
Odisha is ramping up cyclone preparedness as a severe storm is expected to hit the Andhra Pradesh coast on October 28. Schools will close in five districts, and shelters are being readied.
Key points
- The Odisha government has ordered school closures in Ganjam, Gajapati, Rayagada, Koraput, and Malkangiri on October 28 and 29.
- Around 60 teams from the Odisha Disaster Rapid Action Force (ODRAF) and 17 teams from the National Disaster Response Force (NDRF) are deployed.
- A red warning has been issued for heavy rainfall in five districts of Odisha from October 27 to 29.
- The cyclone is expected to bring wind speeds of 115-125 kmph, with gusts up to 140 kmph.
- Fishermen have been advised to avoid the sea, and those at sea should return to the coast.
Key insights
- The preparedness measures may help minimize casualties and damage during the cyclone.
- Closure of schools and colleges reflects the seriousness of the impending storm.
- The deployment of emergency teams indicates a proactive approach to disaster management.
Why it matters
The cyclone's impact could affect thousands of residents in vulnerable coastal areas.
Source
India Today
