Wed Oct 29 03:23:23 UTC 2025: Summary:

Cyclone Montha made landfall near Narsapuram, Andhra Pradesh, on October 29, 2025, causing relatively minor damage. While no human lives were lost, approximately 268 trees (mostly coconut) collapsed, eight houses were damaged, and power was switched off on 19 routes as a precaution. Two workers stranded at an aqua pond in Narsapuram were rescued by NDRF personnel. Adjacent districts like Antarvedi reported heavy rains and winds, but no significant damage. Along the Kakinada coast there were no rains over the past few hours and relief camps will remain open and fisherman have been advised not to resume fishing. Farmers across the Godavari region have been instructed to postpone paddy harvesting.

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Cyclone Montha Makes Landfall in Andhra Pradesh, Spares Major Damage

NARSAPURAM, ANDHRA PRADESH – October 29, 2025 – Coastal communities in Narsapuram, Andhra Pradesh, breathed a collective sigh of relief this morning as Cyclone Montha made landfall in the early hours of Wednesday. While the storm brought heavy rains and strong winds, initial reports indicate that the damage was less severe than anticipated.

West Godavari District Collector Chadalavada Nagarani confirmed that no human lives were lost along the Narsapuram coast. However, approximately 268 trees, primarily coconut trees, were uprooted, and eight houses sustained damage. National Disaster Response Force (NDRF) personnel are currently clearing the fallen trees from roadways.

“The Narsapuram coast did not witness any major loss,” Ms. Nagarani stated. “However, we are taking all necessary precautions to ensure the safety of our citizens.”

Power has been temporarily suspended on 19 routes to prevent accidents. The NDRF successfully rescued two workers who were stranded at an aqua pond in Narsapuram.

Neighboring regions, including Antarvedi in Dr. B.R. Ambedkar Konaseema district, experienced heavy winds and rain, but no significant damage has been reported as of 8:00 AM today.

In Kakinada, no rains over the past few hours, relief camps remain open and fisherman have been advised not to resume fishing. District authorities are maintaining a state of readiness. Farmers across the Godavari region have been advised to hold off on paddy harvesting until further notice.

While the immediate threat from Cyclone Montha has subsided, authorities remain vigilant and are continuing to assess the situation and provide assistance to affected communities.

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