The Indian government swiftly evacuated 75 Indian nationals from Syria, including 44 pilgrims, following the collapse of the Assad regime and significant rebel advances in Damascus. The operation, coordinated by Indian embassies in Damascus and Beirut, prioritized the safety and security of its citizens.
In a rare humanitarian move, over 100 patients suffering from trauma injuries and chronic diseases will be evacuated from Gaza on Wednesday. The evacuation, which includes children, comes amid the ongoing conflict between Israel and Hamas. The WHO calls for sustained medical evacuations, citing thousands awaiting transfer.
Cyclone Dana has made landfall in Odisha, causing heavy rains and strong winds. While the storm caused disruption, authorities have successfully evacuated over 6 lakh people, and no casualties have been reported. Here’s a comprehensive overview of the key developments.
Cyclone Dana is expected to make landfall on the Odisha-Bengal coast on Friday, October 25. The Odisha government has initiated evacuations and is working alongside rescue forces to prepare for the cyclone’s impact. Schools and institutions have been closed, and the government has deployed numerous teams to manage the situation.
Odisha and West Bengal are scrambling to evacuate over 1.2 million people before Cyclone Dana makes landfall late Thursday. The storm, now a ‘severe cyclonic storm’, is intensifying and is set to impact coastal regions with heavy rainfall and strong winds. Authorities have activated emergency response plans, setting up shelters and mobilizing medical teams to minimize potential casualties.
Tropical Storm Dana is bearing down on eastern India, prompting mass evacuations, school closures, and widespread travel disruptions. Authorities are on high alert as the storm, expected to make landfall late Thursday or early Friday, threatens to bring severe weather conditions to Odisha and West Bengal.
Cyclone Dana, a powerful cyclonic storm, is poised to make landfall tonight, bringing heavy rain and strong winds to Odisha and West Bengal. Millions of people have been evacuated from coastal areas, with transportation heavily disrupted. Authorities are on high alert as they prepare for the storm’s impact and subsequent recovery efforts.
Israel has ordered the evacuation of 23 southern Lebanese villages, citing increased Hezbollah activity and the risk of attacks. This comes amid escalating tensions between Israel and Hezbollah, with both sides engaging in cross-border attacks. The conflict has displaced over 1.2 million Lebanese, surpassing the number of displaced during the 2006 war.
Hurricane Milton, a Category 5 storm, is barreling towards Florida’s west coast, prompting mandatory evacuations and warnings of potential widespread destruction. Despite the imminent danger, some residents are choosing to stay, defying evacuation orders and facing perilous odds of survival. The storm’s impact is anticipated to be severe, with officials urging those remaining to prepare for the worst.
Hurricane Milton, a potentially catastrophic Category 5 storm, is poised to make landfall in Florida. Millions have been ordered to evacuate, but some residents remain defiant. The storm, expected to weaken slightly before landfall, could still cause significant damage and disruption to the Gulf Coast.
