Tracking the Live Status of Cyclone Dana, Today’s Weather Forecast in West Bengal and Odisha: Approximately 400,000 individuals have been relocated to secure shelters in Odisha, with over 114,000 evacuations carried out in West Bengal.
Live Updates: Cyclone Dana’s Impact on West Bengal and Odisha; Evacuation Underway as Storm Nears Landfall. Chief Minister Mohan Majhi of Odisha has assured that evacuation measures are in progress and will be finalized within the next few hours. Both West Bengal and Odisha are experiencing heavy rainfall in anticipation of cyclone Dana’s landfall later tonight. The cyclone, now positioned over the east-central Bay of Bengal, is expected to escalate into a severe cyclonic storm before hitting land between Bhitarkanika National Park and Dhamra port.
States are making preparations for the impending impact. Odisha, for instance, has conducted the evacuation of more than a million residents from regions expected to face Cyclone Dana’s wrath. Additionally, the cancellation of over 300 train services has occurred, while flight activities at Kolkata airport have been halted from 6 pm today until 9 am on Friday.
The Indian Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued warnings regarding the impact of an approaching cyclone. The districts of Jagatsinghpur, Kendrapara, Bhadrak, and Balasore in Odisha are at high risk, with wind speeds expected to range from 100-120 kmph accompanied by intense rainfall. IMD also anticipates a storm surge of approximately 1 meter above the normal tide levels during landfall, potentially leading to flooding in low-lying regions of Kendrapara, Bhadrak, and Balasore. Moreover, heavy to very heavy rainfall is forecasted for North and South 24 Parganas, Purba and Paschim Medinipur, Jhargram, Kolkata, Howrah, and Hooghly districts in West Bengal.
Live Updates on Cyclone Dana: Measures in place to minimize impact on Jagannath temple as visitation by devotees is discouraged.
Authorities cautioned worshippers against going to the Jagannath temple in Puri due to the swift approaching cyclone Dana targeting the Odisha coast.
Siddharth S Swain, the District Collector of Puri, emphasized the importance of dissuading devotees, especially those observing the month-long ‘Kartik Brata’ tradition, from visiting the temple in order to ensure safety.
The Shree Jagannath Temple Administration (SJTA), as reported by PTI, has stated that they are implementing all necessary precautions to safeguard the sacred shrine in the coastal town, without disrupting its daily rituals. They have assured that safeguards have been put in place to prevent any damage to loose items such as GI sheets and scaffolding tubes during the strong winds.
The IMD forecast indicates that during the landfall of the severe cyclone Dana early on Friday, Puri district is expected to encounter wind speeds reaching up to 80 kilometres per hour, accompanied by heavy rainfall.
Tracking the severe cyclonic storm, Cyclone Dana, live: Updates on how to monitor its progress in real-time
Currently positioned over the east-central Bay of Bengal, Cyclone Dana is anticipated to make landfall tonight. Forecasts suggest that it will strengthen into a severe cyclonic storm as it moves towards the region between Bhitarkanika National Park and Dhamra port.
Tropical storms, such as the one projected to reach wind speeds ranging from 100 to 110 kmph with gusts up to 120 kmph, are classified as a type of storm known for their destructive potential on Earth.
Although the Indian Meteorological Department provides advance warnings to individuals at risk of cyclones, it lacks a live cyclone tracking system. Nonetheless, various third-party platforms such as Windy and Zoom Earth offer insights into the anticipated trajectory and intensity of the cyclone as it progresses.
Updates Live for Cyclone Dana: Concerns in Kolkata as old buildings, trees, and street lights pose challenges ahead
Amidst the looming threat of cyclonic storm Dana approaching the coast of Odisha and West Bengal, Kolkata is gearing up for its impact by evacuating deteriorating structures, inspecting power lines, and establishing a round-the-clock command center with ready emergency response teams.
Officials have highlighted the city’s readiness in light of the numerous old and rundown houses scattered throughout the urban landscape. Moreover, the city faced the aftermath of Cyclone Amphan in 2020, with more than 5,000 trees being uprooted, prompting the preparedness of response teams.
A significant number of aged and deteriorated residences can be found in Kolkata, with certain properties labeled as ‘unsafe’ by the KMC. Residents have been relocated from these buildings, with close collaboration being maintained with the Kolkata Police,” revealed a senior KMC official.
Live updates on Cyclone Dana: Tips provided by scientists to paddy farmers in Odisha to reduce losses caused by the cyclone.
Some parts of the state, including Ganjam, Puri, Jagatsinghpur, Jajpur, Kendrapara, Bhadrak, Balasore, and Mayurbhanj districts, are expected to encounter intense rainfall leading to possible flooding of the rice fields.
NRRI, part of the Indian Council of Agricultural Research, has issued guidance advising farmers to maintain open drainage channels in young rice fields to prevent waterlogging and reduce potential crop losses.
The advisory recommended that harvested rice be stacked correctly in secure locations and shielded with tarpaulin to prevent additional harm from extended periods of rain.
Following a rainfall, it is recommended that farmers promptly air-dry the rice for a day or two to lower its moisture level. Subsequently, storing the grains in high-quality bags will help preserve their quality, texture, color, aroma, and flavor over an extended duration.
Live Updates on Cyclone Dana: Evacuation operations initiated as cyclone Dana approaches the coasts of Odisha and Bengal.
Tonight, with cyclone Dana looming closer to the coast, the Red Cross Society alongside various social groups are taking action to evacuate residents from at-risk regions in Dhamra, located in the Bhadrak district. Particularly, seniors and those with health conditions are being carefully relocated to the designated cyclone shelter, some requiring assistance on stretchers.
Live Updates of Cyclone Dana: Woman Delivers Baby during Cyclone Readiness Efforts
In anticipation of cyclone Dana, Odisha has taken precautions by relocating pregnant women due to deliver in the next two weeks to hospitals. Among them, Sai Swopna Behera delivered a healthy baby boy at Nialo hospital. Both mother and baby are reported to be in good health. Emergency teams are actively present, providing necessary medical assistance and ensuring the safety of everyone.
Kolkata mayor assures preparedness for Cyclone Dana: Live Updates
Preparing for the imminent arrival of Cyclonic storm Dana, Kolkata is gearing up by evacuating decrepit buildings, inspecting power lines, and establishing a round-the-clock command center with standby emergency crews.
Officials have highlighted the city’s preparations in light of the numerous old and deteriorating houses scattered throughout. Additionally, the aftermath of Cyclone Amphan in 2020 left the city grappling with more than 5,000 uprooted trees, prompting them to ensure response teams are on standby.
Kolkata mayor and West Bengal’s urban development minister Firhad Hakim assured that the electricity lines are currently under surveillance. Special teams will be dispatched to each borough office to address any fallen trees. With 450 pumps at the city’s 79 pumping stations operational throughout Thursday night, Hakim emphasized the city’s readiness to tackle the impending disaster.
Live Updates on Cyclone Dana: Meteorological official predicts gradual intensification of rainfall
Mrutyunjay Mohapatra, the Director General of Meteorology, provided the most recent update on cyclone Dana to PTI. According to him, the cyclone is projected to make landfall between midnight and tomorrow morning, specifically between Puri and Sagardeep near Bhitarkarnika and Dhamra. The anticipated wind speed during landfall ranges from 100-120 kmph, while currently, coastal areas are experiencing winds of 60-70 kmph. Significant increases in wind speed are expected in Jagatsinghpur, Kendrapada, Bhadrak, Balasore, and Medinipur districts. Moreover, the rainfall intensity is set to escalate progressively, with districts like Khurda, Puri, Jagatsinghpur, Kendrapada, Bhadrak, Balasore, Mayurbhanj, Keonjhar, Dhenkanal, and Cuttack likely to receive exceptionally heavy rainfall.
Updates on Cyclone Dana: Odisha state is prepared with 20 NDRF teams and 51 ODRAF groups on standby for any emergencies.
Currently, Odisha is being supported in relief and rescue operations by 20 NDRF teams, 51 ODRAF teams, 200 fire services teams, and 158 police platoons.
Live updates on Cyclone Dana: Odisha CM Mohan Majhi anticipates evacuation will finish within a few hours.
Chief Minister Mohan Majhi declared that the evacuation process in Odisha, following a review of cyclone readiness, will be finalized within the coming hours. A total of 7285 cyclone shelters have been readied equipped with essential amenities to house the evacuated individuals. Moreover, 2339 pregnant women with an anticipated delivery date within the next two weeks have been relocated to different hospitals, Majhi further stated.
Stay tuned for the latest updates on Cyclone Dana: East Coast Railway department stands ready for the cyclone impact.
Indian Railways has decided to cancel over 300 trains due to the impact of cyclone Dana. Parmeshwar Funkwal, the General Manager of East Coast Railway, mentioned that the Railway Minister has assessed their arrangements and instructed them to minimize traffic disruptions to effectively handle the cyclone.
