Mon Oct 21 03:40:48 UTC 2024: **Summary of the News Article: Cyclone Dana in Odisha**

– **Cyclone Dana’s Forecast**: The India Meteorological Department (IMD) predicts that Cyclone Dana, a severe cyclonic storm forming in the Bay of Bengal, is set to impact the coasts of Odisha and West Bengal by the morning of October 24.

– **Rainfall Predictions**: Heavy to very heavy rainfall is expected in Odisha and coastal West Bengal from October 23-25, with specific warnings for possible landslides, power and communication disruptions, and waterlogging in affected areas.

– **Areas Affected**: The areas likely to be hit hardest include Odisha, coastal districts of West Bengal, and isolated locations in the Andaman Islands. Additionally, North coastal Andhra Pradesh is also expected to experience rainfall due to the cyclone.

– **Detailed Rainfall Expectations**:
– Andaman Islands: Heavy to very heavy rainfall (7-20 cm) is anticipated on October 21.
– Odisha: Light to moderate rainfall expected on October 23, escalating to extremely heavy rainfall on October 24-25.
– West Bengal: Light to moderate rainfall on October 23, followed by very heavy rainfall on October 24-25.
– North coastal Andhra Pradesh: Light to moderate rainfall with heavy rainfall predicted on October 24-25.

– **Warnings for Fishermen**: Fishermen are advised to return to shore by October 21 due to potential storm impacts.

– **Official Remarks**: IMD Director-General Mrutyunjay Mohapatra noted that certain areas could receive rainfall amounts between 20 to 30 cm, or even over 30 cm in some localized spots.

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