Cyclone Dana Pummels Odisha and West Bengal: A Look Back at India’s Most Devastating Cyclones

As Cyclone Dana makes landfall on the Odisha coast, we take a look back at some of the most destructive cyclones that have ravaged India over the years. From the Super Cyclone of 1999 to the recent Cyclone Tauktae, these storms have highlighted India’s vulnerability to tropical cyclones, particularly in coastal regions. While advancements in weather forecasting and evacuation efforts have significantly reduced casualties, the economic and infrastructural impacts remain substantial.

Cyclone Dana: A ‘Generous’ Storm Brewing Towards East India

Cyclone Dana, named by Qatar, is intensifying and is expected to hit the East Indian coast on Thursday, October 24th. This storm, meaning ‘generosity’ in Arabic, follows the well-defined naming system used by the World Meteorological Organisation. The article delves into the fascinating process behind naming cyclones and the role of regional nations in contributing to the list.

Heavy Rainfall Expected Across India as Cyclonic Circulation Forms over Andaman Sea

The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a heavy rainfall warning for several states across India, including Gujarat, Maharashtra, Karnataka, Kerala, Tamil Nadu, Andhra Pradesh, and the Andaman and Nicobar Islands. The warning comes as a cyclonic circulation forms over the Andaman Sea, potentially developing into a low-pressure area and then a depression in the coming days. While the IMD is still assessing the potential impact of the system, coastal areas of North Andhra Pradesh, Odisha, West Bengal, and Bangladesh are likely to be affected. The IMD has also issued advisories for fishermen and advised them to return to shore by October 21.

Heavy Rains Lash Coastal Andhra Pradesh and Telangana, Nine Dead

Torrential rainfall continued to batter coastal Andhra Pradesh and Telangana for the second consecutive day. Nine people have lost their lives, and over 13,000 have been evacuated due to the relentless downpour. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a red alert for several districts, warning of heavy rainfall for the next five days as cyclonic depression Asna moves towards the Indian coast.

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