New Delhi || 23-10-2024 With 100-200 kmph Cyclone Dana expected to landfall near Odisha’s Bhtarkanika & Dhamra. IMD Director General Mrityunjay Mohapatra said districts like Jagatsinghpur, Kendrapada, Bhadrak and Balasore of Odisha and East Midinipur of West Bengal will feel the Maximum wind speed.
As Cyclone Dana is forecast to make landfall on October 24-25, 2024 along the coasts of Odisha and West Bengal, Indian Coast Guard (ICG) has implemented a series of preventive measures to safeguard lives and property at sea.
The ICG has been closely monitoring the situation and has taken proactive steps to ensure preparedness for dealing with any emergency arising from the cyclone’s impact at the coastal region.
ICG has tasked ships, aircraft and Remote Operating Stations at West Bengal and Odisha to broadcast regular weather warnings and safety advisories to fishermen and mariners. These alerts are being transmitted continuously to all fishing vessels, urging them to return to shore immediately and seek safe shelter.
The ICG has kept ready its vessels and aircraft, positioning them strategically to respond fast to any emergency situation at sea.
Additionally, ICG personnel are working in coordination with local administrations and disaster management authorities for a coordinated and effective response.
Fishermen are advised not to enter the sea and have been informed through various channels, including village heads until the cyclone passes.
On afternoon of Wednesday various parts of Kendrapada and Bhadrak districts of Odisha anticipated rain which is the impact of Cyclone Dana.
The ICG is on high alert, with its dedicated disaster relief teams and assets ready to provide assistance, rescue & relief operations.
