Thu Oct 24 23:50:00 UTC 2024: **Summary of News Article on Cyclone Dana – October 25, 2024:**

– **Cyclone Landfall:** Cyclone Dana began making landfall over Odisha early on October 25. The storm was located about 50 km northeast of Paradip and moving north-northwest.

– **Forecasted Path:** Cyclone expected to cross the coasts of north Odisha and West Bengal between Puri and Sagar Island, specifically near Bhitarkanika and Dhamara.

– **Wind Speeds:** Strong winds with speeds of 100-110 kmph and gusts up to 120 kmph are anticipated as the cyclone makes landfall.

– **Weakening:** Dana is forecasted to weaken into a cyclonic storm by midday and further into a deep depression by evening.

– **Storm Surge Warning:** The IMD issued warnings for storm surges affecting coastal districts, with waves expected to inundate areas in Odisha and West Bengal. Kendrapara, Bhadrak, and Balasore districts in Odisha are particularly at risk.

– **Weather Conditions:** Sea conditions are forecasted to remain very high until early October 25, after which they will gradually improve. Fishing activities are suspended.

– **Red Warning Issued:** A red warning for extremely heavy rainfall (exceeding 21 cm) has been issued for several districts in Odisha and parts of Gangetic West Bengal.

– **Flooding Risks:** Significant flooding, rising river levels, and potential damage in low-lying areas are anticipated, especially in Balasore, Bhadrak, and Cuttack.

– **Emergency Response:** Both state governments have deployed NDRF teams and set up over 7,000 relief camps. Over 2,300 vulnerable individuals, including pregnant women, have been evacuated. Relief supplies have been distributed and the Indian Air Force and Navy are on standby for recovery efforts.

– **Context:** Cyclone Dana is the second major storm to impact India’s east coast in 2024, following Cyclone Remal in May.

Overall, the situation remains critical as authorities prepare for the cyclone’s impact and ongoing weather conditions.

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