Andhra braces for very severe cyclonic storm; Odisha activates disaster mitigation machinery
· India · The Hindu, Hindustan Times
The India Meteorological Department forecasts a very severe cyclonic storm with 118-221 kmph winds, likely to make landfall between northern Andhra Pradesh and southern Odisha on the morning of October 28, 2026. Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi activated the state's disaster response and mitigation machinery on October 24, 2026, prioritising public safety and evacuation. Andhra Pradesh prepares for landfall between Bapatla and Visakhapatnam, with red alerts issued for 13 districts and winds potentially reaching 130 kmph. The storm is expected to be the second highest in intensity, following last year's Montha, which was classified as a severe cyclonic storm.
Why it matters
Millions of residents in 13 Andhra Pradesh districts and coastal Odisha face evacuation and potential displacement due to the approaching very severe cyclonic storm, with authorities aiming for zero casualties through emergency preparedness.
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