Cyclone Montha's Wrath: Odisha's Struggle Against Nature's Fury
Cyclone Montha pounded Odisha, causing destruction with heavy rains and landslides across coastal districts. The cyclone has led to road blockages, power outages, and widespread property damage, affecting daily life severely. Rescue operations are ongoing, and over 2,000 cyclone shelters have been set up to accommodate displaced individuals.
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The powerful Cyclone Montha has made its mark on Odisha, unleashing heavy rains and causing landslides, resulting in significant damage to infrastructure and homes, while uprooting trees across several districts, officials reported.
The cyclone began its landfall in Kakinada, Andhra Pradesh, around 7 p.m., with the process expected to last around four hours. Preliminary damage reports from eight southern districts include landslides, with roads blocked and power lines down.
Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi confirmed the establishment of over 2,000 cyclone shelters, with rescuers from NDRF, ODRAF, and Fire Services ready to respond. Train services were disrupted, and authorities have sealed all beaches to ensure public safety as the coastal areas remain on high alert.
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