Orissa And West Bengal Brace for Cyclone Dana Heavy Winds And Rains Predicted

Cyclone formation over the Bay of Bengal is likely during the onset of monsoon because of the dominance of the lands with heated air. However, the current season is not made for cyclones as land temperature reduces significantly. However, IMD predicts cyclone Dana which is all set to impact the coast of West Bengal and Orissa.

The cyclone which is taking its shape in the Bay of Bengal will intensify further and make its landfall on the coast of Orissa. As the path of the cyclone is not yet predicted, there are high chance that a part of the cyclone may also make its landfall in West Bengal which can create a huge impact on livelihood and daily travel. IMD has predicted that wind speeds can go beyond 120kmph. Seven districts have been put on high alert and an emergency evacuation team has also been developed for a quick response to the cyclone-hit areas.

Likewise for Orissa, IAS officers have been deployed who have prior knowledge of handling such cyclones. It has again put high alert from cities such as Bhadrak, Kendrapara, and Puri. The evacuation process has also started in these districts where women, children, and the elderly are being evacuated first.

Control Centers have been established where people in need can connect at any point and resume services will be on their way. Orissa has made close to 800 cyclone shelters where the evacuated people will be sheltered.

Moreover, 200 trains have been canceled which led to Orissa and West Bengal. IMD assumes, that once the cyclone makes landfall, there are high chance that the railway will be disrupted. Fishermen have been requested not to venture into the deep sea for their safety.