Mon Oct 21 12:02:06 UTC 2024: **Cyclone Dana Live Updates Summary:**

– **Cyclone Formation**: An upper-air circulation over the Bay of Bengal is expected to intensify into Cyclone Dana, with the potential to become a severe cyclonic storm by October 23.
– **Landfall Predictions**: The India Meteorological Department (IMD) forecasts landfall along the coastal states of Odisha and West Bengal between Puri and Sagar Island around October 24-25.
– **Wind Speeds**: Anticipated wind speeds are expected to reach 60 km/h on October 23, escalating to 100-120 km/h, with gusts up to 120 km/h, from the night of October 24 to the morning of October 25.
– **Rainfall Warnings**: Heavy to very heavy rainfall is predicted for coastal districts including East and West Midnapore, South and North 24 Parganas on October 23-25, along with a yellow alert for thunderstorms and lightning in select districts.
– **Fishing Precaution**: Fishermen have been advised not to venture into the sea from October 23 to 25.
– **State Preparedness**: Odisha’s government has heightened cyclone preparedness, including establishing shelters and conducting meetings to ensure safety measures, with an emphasis on achieving ‘Zero Casualty’.
– **Public Health Measures**: Pregnant women due to give birth this week are advised to move to hospitals. Warnings have been issued against food grain hoarding.
– **Meteorological Updates**: IMD officials noted that while Cyclone Dana may intensify into a severe cyclonic storm, there is no indication it will reach super cyclonic status.

Local administrations are coordinating efforts for safety and preparedness in anticipation of the cyclone’s impact.

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