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Summary:
Vizianagaram district is bracing for the impact of an approaching cyclone. Heavy rains and strong winds have already begun. Authorities have issued a red alert, closed educational institutions for three days, and are evacuating people from vulnerable areas to relief centers. Financial resources have been allocated for rescue and relief efforts. Several trains have been cancelled or diverted. Residents, especially those in coastal areas and fishermen, are urged to stay indoors and avoid the sea.
News Article:
Vizianagaram on High Alert as Cyclone Threatens, Schools Closed, Evacuations Underway
Vizianagaram, [Date – Based on context, assume October 28th, 2024] – Vizianagaram district is bracing for severe weather as a cyclone approaches, with authorities issuing a red alert and implementing extensive precautionary measures. Heavy rains and strong winds have already begun impacting the region since yesterday.
District Collector Ramsundar Reddy confirmed that all educational institutions will remain closed for the next three days. Vulnerable populations from 69 identified villages, especially those in low-lying and coastal areas, are being evacuated to 71 designated relief centers. These centers are equipped with food, medicine, and other essential supplies.
“We are taking all necessary steps to ensure the safety of our citizens,” stated Collector Reddy. “We urge everyone, particularly those in coastal areas and fishermen, to stay indoors and avoid the sea. Pregnant women nearing delivery have been moved to hospitals.”
The State Disaster Management Authority has issued a red alert for Tuesday and Wednesday, forecasting heavy to very heavy rainfall across the district. An orange alert is in place for October 30th, followed by a green alert on October 31st.
Minister Kondapalli Srinivas inspected the control room established at the Collectorate. District authorities have released ₹1 crore for relief and rehabilitation efforts. This funding will be used for clearing fallen trees, restoring power lines (1200 poles are prepared) and providing essential supplies to those affected.
East Coast Power Distribution Company Limited (EPDCL) Superintending Engineer M. Lakshman Rao urged residents to report any power outages or damage to electricity infrastructure immediately to 94906 10102.
Several trains have been cancelled or diverted due to the cyclone. Railway officials announced the cancellation of the following trains: Brahmapura-Visakhapatnam (18525), Visakhapatnam-Palasa (67289/90), Vizianagaram-Visakhapatnam (67288), Brahmapura-Visakhapatnam (58531/32), and Visakhapatnam-Gunupur (58506/05). The Tatanagar-Ernakulam (18189) Express will be diverted via Titlagarh, Raipur, Nagpur, and Balharshah.
DIG Gopinath Jetti visited coastal areas, including the Marine Police Station at Chintapalli, and urged fishermen to refrain from venturing into the sea.
A special officer, Ravi Subhash, has been appointed to oversee relief efforts. He inspected relief camps at Konada ZP High School and Chintapalli MPP School.
Control room numbers: Vizianagaram: 08922-221202, 8712641260 and Bobbili: 0891-2883323, 2883325
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