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Cyclone Dana is currently advancing towards India's eastern coast, with Odisha and southern Bengal bracing for its impact. The storm is anticipated to make landfall tomorrow, accompanied by heavy rain, thunderstorms, and strong winds. The landfall process will commence tonight and continue into the early hours of tomorrow.
Authorities have evacuated around 4 lakh individuals in Odisha and over 1.14 lakh in West Bengal to safer areas. Relief centres have been established, and residents in vulnerable zones are urged to relocate. Many trains and flights have been cancelled or postponed to ensure public safety.
Weather Conditions and Safety Measures
The cyclone is expected to bring wind speeds reaching up to 120 km/h. Heavy to very heavy rainfall is predicted in both Odisha and southern Bengal. The Indian Coastal Guard, along with other emergency services, remains on standby to assist during any emergencies that may arise.
For those affected by Cyclone Dana, several helpline numbers are available for emergencies. A toll-free number, 1077, has been set up alongside district-specific control room numbers for immediate assistance.
Emergency Helplines
Residents can contact the following district-specific control room numbers for help: Balasore (06782-262286, 06782-261077), Mayurbhanj (06792-252759, 06792-252941), Bhadrak (06784-251881), Jajpur (06728-222648), Kendrapada (06727-232803), Keonjhar (06766-255437), Jagatsinghpur (06724-220368), Cuttack (0671-2507842), Dhenkanal (06762-226507, 06762-221376), Angul (06764-230980), Puri (06752-223237), Khurda (06755-220002), Ganjam (06811-263978), Nayagarh (06753-252978).
The government has taken extensive measures to ensure the safety of its citizens during this severe weather event. With the coordinated efforts of various agencies and the cooperation of the public, it is hoped that the impact of Cyclone Dana will be minimised as much as possible.
Cyclone Dana Loses Strength Over Odisha
Cyclone Dana has begun to lose strength approximately 18 hours after making landfall in Odisha. The Meteorological Department has indicated that the impact of this cyclone will soon subside. Consequently, residents in coastal regions are breathing easier. However, rainfall persists in these coastal areas.
Cyclone Dana Makes Landfall Along Odisha Coast: IMD Director Manorama Mohanty
Bhubaneswar: The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has reported that Cyclone Dana has made landfall along the Odisha coast. Director Manorama Mohanty stated, "A severe cyclonic storm has crossed the state. The landfall occurred from midnight yesterday until 8:30 AM today. It has since downgraded to a cyclonic storm and is expected to weaken further to a deep depression within the next six hours. Currently, wind speeds are between 65 and 70 km/h, with the potential to reach up to 85 km/h. Rainfall is anticipated to persist for the next 24 hours before significantly decreasing tomorrow."
#WATCH भुवनेश्वर: चक्रवात दाना पर IMD निदेशक मनोरमा मोहंती ने कहा, "... एक गंभीर चक्रवाती तूफान ओडिशा तट को पार कर गया है। कल आधी रात से लेकर आज सुबह 8.30 बजे तक लैंडफॉल की प्रक्रिया चली। अब यह कमजोर होकर चक्रवाती तूफान बन गया है... अगले 6 घंटों में यह कमजोर होकर गहरे दबाव में… pic.twitter.com/JnvKWishel
— ANI_HindiNews (@AHindinews) October 25, 2024
Kolkata Faces Heavy Rain from Cyclone Dana
Cyclone Dana has brought heavy rainfall to Kolkata, resulting in significant waterlogging across multiple areas of the city.
#WATCH | West Bengal: Heavy rainfall in Kolkata due to #CycloneDana, causes waterlogging in different parts of the city.
— ANI (@ANI) October 25, 2024
Visuals from Janbazar area. pic.twitter.com/9VhAYVUcKN
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#WATCH भुवनेश्वर | ओडिशा के मुख्यमंत्री मोहन चरण माझी ने कहा, "ताजा जानकारी के अनुसार चक्रवात दाना ने 24-25 अक्टूबर की मध्यरात्रि को लैंडफॉल किया। यह आज सुबह 7 बजे तक जारी रहा। लैंडफॉल के दौरान हवा की गति 82-100 किमी/घंटा थी। कहीं भी किसी के हताहत होने की कोई खबर नहीं है। हमने… pic.twitter.com/vE4B7OdiXH
— ANI_HindiNews (@AHindinews) October 25, 2024
Cyclone Dana Landfall: Understanding the Impact of Landfall
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Cyclone Dana Strikes: Intense Rainfall in Odisha
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NDRF DIG Mohsin Shahidi Discusses Cyclone 'Dana'
In a statement regarding cyclone 'Dana', NDRF Deputy Inspector General Mohsin Shahidi noted, "The landfall process commenced at midnight and concluded at 8:30 pm. It has developed into a cyclonic storm and is expected to evolve into a deep depression within the next six hours. Currently, there are no reports of significant damage. Some areas have experienced fallen trees and waterlogging; however, Odisha and West Bengal have reported no major destruction. Similarly, Jharkhand and Andhra Pradesh have not faced any notable effects."
#WATCH दिल्ली: NDRF DIG मोहसिन शाहिदी ने चक्रवात 'दाना' पर बताया, "आधी रात से शुरू हुई लैंडफॉल प्रक्रिया रात 8:30 बजे खत्म हुई। यह चक्रवाती तूफान में बदल गया है और अगले 6 घंटों में गहरे दबाव में बदल जाएगा। फिलहाल, किसी बड़े नुकसान की खबर नहीं है। कुछ जगहों पर पेड़ गिरने और जलभराव… pic.twitter.com/rEcfjpbOY9
— ANI_HindiNews (@AHindinews) October 25, 2024
Minister Suryavanshi Suraj discusses Cyclone Dana
Odisha's Minister Suryavanshi Suraj addressed the impact of Cyclone Dana, stating, "Earlier the wind speed was very high, now it has reduced but heavy rain is continuing. The power line which has been disrupted will be restored in 1-2 hours after the rain ends. We have made extensive arrangements. Trees have also fallen on houses. We had set a target of evacuating 40 thousand people in this district but last night it has increased to more than 1 lakh. We have made complete arrangements for food, water etc. in the relief camp. Wherever the trees had fallen, they have been removed by NDRF, ODRAF."
NDRF Inspector Vikram's Update
NDRF Inspector Vikram stated, "We are stationed in Paradip, particularly focusing on the port entry in the Nehru Bangla area. Our team has been working to clear the roads since 4:00 a.m. The cyclone's impact here has been moderate."
#WATCH | NDRF inspector, Vikram says, "We are deployed in Paradip, especially for port entry to Nehru Bangla area... We have been clearing roads since morning, 4:00 am... Cyclone has been moderate here..." pic.twitter.com/ty1gjzbGjJ
— ANI (@ANI) October 25, 2024
Air Services Restart at Airports
Following the weakening of the cyclone, flight operations have restarted at the airports in Bhubaneswar and Kolkata.
Cyclone Dana: Flight operations at Bhubaneswar, Kolkata airports resume
— ANI Digital (@ani_digital) October 25, 2024
Read @ANI Story| https://t.co/Aie49YNFD2 #CycloneDana #Odisha #Flightoperation #Kolkataairport pic.twitter.com/COBHw6oZ2G
Cyclone Dana Causes Rising Sea Waves
As a result of Cyclone Dana, elevated waves are being observed off the coast of Dhamra in Bhadrak. Authorities have issued a caution for the entire day today.
#WATCH ओडिशा: चक्रवात दाना के कारण धामरा, भद्रक में समुद्र में ऊंची लहरें, तेज़ हवाएँ और बारिश देखी गईं।
— ANI_HindiNews (@AHindinews) October 25, 2024
मुख्यमंत्री मोहन चरण माझी के अनुसार अब तक लगभग 5.84 लाख
लोगों को सुरक्षित स्थानों पर पहुँचाया गया है। pic.twitter.com/eolQIOAuGz
Cyclone Dana Causes Cancellation of 300 Trains and Closure of Biju Patnaik International Airport
Due to Cyclone Dana, the Indian Railway Catering and Tourism Corporation (IRCTC) has announced the cancellation of 300 trains. Additionally, Biju Patnaik International Airport has been shut down. For the complete list of affected services, click here.
Chief Minister assesses cyclone readiness
Chief Minister Majhi evaluated the measures in place to respond to the cyclone. He noted that Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Union Home Minister Amit Shah had sought updates on the state's preparedness for the potential impact of the cyclone.
Biju Patnaik International Airport Shut Down
Biju Patnaik International Airport has been closed due to cyclone 'Dana', resulting in the suspension of all flights.
#WATCH भुवनेश्वर: चक्रवात 'दाना' के मद्देनजर बीजू पटनायक अंतर्राष्ट्रीय हवाई अड्डा बंद है, जहां सभी उड़ानों को स्थगित कर दिया गया है। pic.twitter.com/NVzCXVp90p
— ANI_HindiNews (@AHindinews) October 25, 2024
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Cyclone Dana: 'Dana' Makes Landfall, Bringing Heavy Rain to Odisha
Cyclone Dana: 'Dana' has struck the Odisha coastline with winds reaching 120 km/h, marking the commencement of landfall. Stay updated with the latest information.
Wind and Rain Alert Issued
Severe winds and rainfall are affecting Bhadrak, Odisha, with an alert now in effect. The conditions have led to significant challenges in Dhamra, Bhadrak, as strong winds and heavy downpours create difficult circumstances.
#WATCH | Odisha: Gusty winds and heavy downpour cause destruction in Dhamra, Bhadrak
— ANI (@ANI) October 25, 2024
The landfall process of #CycloneDana underway pic.twitter.com/1tILknoZyK
The cyclone progresses in a north-northwest direction
Severe Cyclonic Storm 'Dana' has been advancing north-northwest at a speed of 10 kmph. As of 5:30 AM IST on October 25, it was located over the northern coast of Odisha, at latitude 21.00°N and longitude 86.85°E, approximately 20 km north-northwest of Dhamra and 40 km north-northwest of the Habalikhati Nature Camp (Bhitarkanika), according to the India Meteorological Department (IMD).
The severe cyclonic storm 'Dana' moved north-northwestwards with a speed of 10 kmph and lay centred at 0530 hrs IST of today, the 25th October, over north coastal Odisha near latitude 21.00° n and longitude 86.85°e, about 20 km north-northwest of dhamara and 40 km north-northwest… pic.twitter.com/YWSVdHQm9F
— ANI (@ANI) October 25, 2024
Cyclone 'Dana' Commences Landfall
The landfall of Cyclone 'Dana', which formed in the Bay of Bengal, has started, bringing thunderstorms and rainfall to several regions in Odisha and West Bengal.
Odisha: Increased wave activity has been reported at Old Digha beach as Cyclone 'Dana' is anticipated to make landfall along the Odisha-West Bengal coast tonight.
#WATCH ओडिशा: ओल्ड दीघा समुद्र तट पर ऊंची लहरें देखी गईं।
— ANI_HindiNews (@AHindinews) October 24, 2024
चक्रवात 'दाना' के आज रात ओडिशा-पश्चिम बंगाल तटीय क्षेत्र से टकराने की आशंका है। pic.twitter.com/j7yGYEjqrw
West Bengal: In reference to Cyclone Dana, meteorologist G.C. Debnath stated, "The landfall is anticipated to occur between midnight and morning... The complete landfall process is expected to conclude by morning... Kolkata will experience indirect effects, with heavy rainfall anticipated... Rainfall in Kolkata is expected within the next 24 hours..."
#WATCH | Howrah, West Bengal: On #CycloneDana, G C Debnath, Weather Expert says, " The timing (of landfall) will be from midnight to early morning...full landfall process will end by early in the morning...Kolkata will be indirectly affected, rainfall is predicted...within 24… pic.twitter.com/T658pvn4xW
— ANI (@ANI) October 24, 2024
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) reported that the depression in the northwest Bay of Bengal shifted to the north-northwest at a speed of 13 km/h over the last three hours. As of 22:30 hours on 24th October, it was located near latitude 20.30°N and longitude 87.20°E, approximately 50 km east of Paradip, 60 km south-southeast of Dhamra, both in Odisha, and 170 km south-southwest of Sagar Island in West Bengal.
Over Northwest Bay Of Bengal Moved North-Northwestwards with a speed of 13 kmph during past 3 hours and lay centred at 2230 hrs IST of today, The 24th October, over the same region, near latitude 20.30° N and longitude 87.20°E, about 50 km East Of Paradip (Odisha), 60 km… pic.twitter.com/zb3mMzq1si
— ANI (@ANI) October 24, 2024
Bhubaneswar: The Chief Minister of Odisha, Mohan Charan Majhi, is currently in the control room overseeing the situation regarding cyclone 'Dana.'
#WATCH भुवनेश्वर: ओडिशा के मुख्यमंत्री मोहन चरण माझी चक्रवात 'दाना' की निगरानी के लिए नियंत्रण कक्ष में मौजूद हैं। pic.twitter.com/OrA8h0jyfm
— ANI_HindiNews (@AHindinews) October 24, 2024
Mamata Banerjee, the Chief Minister of West Bengal, visited the state government's control room in Howrah to oversee preparations for the anticipated arrival of Cyclone 'Dana' later tonight.
#WATCH हावड़ा: पश्चिम बंगाल की मुख्यमंत्री ममता बनर्जी ने आज रात चक्रवात 'दाना' के संभावित आगमन से पहले स्थिति की निगरानी के लिए हावड़ा में राज्य सरकार के नियंत्रण कक्ष का दौरा किया। pic.twitter.com/VXULokSlVs
— ANI_HindiNews (@AHindinews) October 24, 2024
West Bengal: The effects of cyclone 'Dana' have altered the weather in East Medinipur, bringing with it powerful winds and rainfall.
#WATCH पूर्व मेदिनीपुर, पश्चिम बंगाल: चक्रवात 'दाना' के प्रभाव से तेज हवा और बारिश के साथ मौसम में बदलाव देखा गया।
— ANI_HindiNews (@AHindinews) October 24, 2024
(वीडियो न्यू दीघा से है।) pic.twitter.com/yGfpsuQyY6
Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi is currently at the control room in Bhubaneswar to oversee operations related to Cyclone 'Dana'.
#WATCH भुवनेश्वर (ओडिशा): ओडिशा के मुख्यमंत्री मोहन चरण माझी चक्रवात 'दाना' की निगरानी के लिए नियंत्रण कक्ष में मौजूद हैं। pic.twitter.com/LdPbuDG10s
— ANI_HindiNews (@AHindinews) October 24, 2024
Dhamara Experiences Intense Winds and Rainfall
Odisha: The town of Dhamara is experiencing heavy winds and rainfall as a result of cyclone 'Dana'.
#WATCH धमारा, भद्रक (ओडिशा): शहर में चक्रवात 'दाना' के प्रभाव से तेज हवाओं और बारिश हो रही हैं। pic.twitter.com/rS5E3Uo4sL
— ANI_HindiNews (@AHindinews) October 24, 2024
All operations are running smoothly as stated by Relief Commissioner Devranjan Singh
In relation to Cyclone 'Dana', Odisha's Special Relief Commissioner Debaranjan Singh remarked, "Everything is under control so far; officials are closely monitoring conditions across different locations. Tonight is particularly critical, and we will reassess the situation tomorrow morning after the cyclone makes landfall."
#WATCH | On cyclone 'Dana', Odisha Special Relief Commissioner Deoranjan Singh says, "Everything is under control as of now, officials are monitoring the situation at different spots. Tonight is very important and we will reevaluate the situation tomorrow morning after the… pic.twitter.com/xwCc7j7Vfu
— ANI (@ANI) October 24, 2024
PM Modi converses with Odisha CM Majhi
Prime Minister Narendra Modi engaged in a phone conversation with Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi to discuss the state's readiness for the impending cyclone 'Dana'.
#WATCH | PM Narendra Modi discussed with Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi over the phone regarding preparations to deal with the cyclone 'Dana' in Odisha.
— ANI (@ANI) October 24, 2024
(Source: Chief Minister's Office) pic.twitter.com/TaC7P3tGiT
Cyclone 'Dana' Expected to Impact 10 Districts in Odisha: Suresh Pujari
Odisha's Revenue and Disaster Management Minister Suresh Pujari has announced that Cyclone Dana is anticipated to impact approximately 10 districts. This includes 60 blocks, 2,131 villages, 12 urban local bodies, and 55 wards across various municipalities. As part of the preparedness efforts, 370,000 individuals have been evacuated, and 7,307 relief centers have been set up throughout the affected districts. Currently, 4,756 of these cyclone relief centers are operational. Moreover, 6,454 pet animals have been relocated to safety. To ensure the wellbeing of evacuees, 213 medical teams and 120 veterinary teams have been dispatched to different locations. A total of 385 response personnel have been mobilized, which includes 19 teams from the National Disaster Response Force (NDRF), 51 from the Odisha Disaster Rapid Action Force (ODRAF), 220 fire brigades, and 95 teams from the Odisha Forest Development Corporation.
#WATCH | Bhubaneswar: On preparedness for #CycloneDana, Suresh Pujari, Odisha Revenue and Disaster Management Minister says, "Around 10 districts are likely to be affected by the cyclone comprising of 60 blocks, 2131 villages, 12 urban local bodies and 55 wards in different urban… pic.twitter.com/R3kqwpj6Qq
— ANI (@ANI) October 24, 2024
