Weather today: IMD issues red alerts for heavy rains in Andhra, Odisha, Telangana as Cyclone Montha nears landfall | Today News
A serious weather alert has been issued for parts of Andhra Pradesh and Odisha as Cyclone Montha approaches landfall, prompting the India Meteorological Department (IMD) to raise red-level warnings. Coastal regions can expect extremely heavy rainfall, strong winds and rough seas, particularly along the Bay of Bengal. Preparations are underway for potential flooding and wind damage: authorities are mobilising evacuation shelters, relocating vulnerable people and advising fishermen to stay off the sea. The cyclone is expected to intensify and make impact soon, heightening concerns across the eastern coast.
The Key points
- IMD has issued a red alert for very heavy rain in parts of Andhra Pradesh and Odisha as Cyclone Montha nears.
- Coastal districts are bracing for intense rainfall, possible flooding and gusty winds.
- Sea conditions are expected to become dangerous; fishermen and coastal residents have been warned.
- Authorities are setting up evacuation centres and relocating people in low-lying and vulnerable zones.
- Schools and other institutions in high-risk zones may be closed as a precaution.
- Districts along the Bay of Bengal are under heightened surveillance and disaster readiness.
- Wind speeds could escalate significantly as the storm approaches land.
- Infrastructure such as power lines, roads and drainage systems are likely to come under stress.
- Residents are being urged to stay updated on weather bulletins and avoid non-essential travel.
- Advance preparations aim to minimise damage and protect lives before the cyclone makes landfall.
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