Dana Cyclone Update: Vigilance has increased in Odisha and West Bengal regarding cyclonic storm Dana. All preparations have been completed for protection from that storm. 288 teams of NDRF have been deployed in Odisha. Apart from this, 10 lakh people from 14 districts of the state are being transported to safe camps.
The effect of this cyclonic storm will be seen from Odisha to Bengal, Bihar and Jharkhand. This storm can hit the surface between the National Park and Dhamra Port. According to the Meteorological Department, this storm is coming towards Odisha at a speed of 15 kilometers per hour. It is currently at a distance of 560 kilometers from Paradip and 630 kilometers from Sagardweep.
Indian Coast Guard on ‘high alert’
The Indian Coast Guard is on high alert as Cyclone Dana is expected to hit the coasts of West Bengal and Odisha on October 24-25 and has deployed its ships and aircraft to deal with any emergency at sea. The Defense Ministry said in a statement that the Coast Guard is closely monitoring the situation and proactive steps have been taken to ensure preparedness to deal with any emergency arising out of the impact of the cyclone.
The statement said that the Coast Guard is on high alert with its special disaster relief team, which is ready to provide assistance, rescue and relief operations. The ministry said, ‘As Cyclone Dana is expected to reach the coasts of West Bengal and Odisha on October 24-25, the Coast Guard Region (North-East) has taken several precautionary measures for the safety of life and property at sea. ‘
‘Fishermen were asked to come to shore’
The Coast Guard has tasked ships, aircraft and remote operating stations in West Bengal and Odisha to disseminate regular weather warnings and safety advisories to fishermen and sailors. The statement said that these alerts are being continuously sent to all fishing vessels, urging them to immediately return to shore and seek safe shelter.
Flight operations suspended for 16 hours
In view of cyclonic storm ‘Dana’, flight operations at Biju Patnaik International Airport in Bhubaneswar will be suspended for 16 hours from Thursday evening. This information has been given in a statement. According to the India Meteorological Department (IMD), the cyclone is expected to reach the coast between Bhitarkanika National Park and Dhamra Port in Odisha early on Friday and winds can blow at a speed of 120 kilometers per hour.
The statement said, “Due to cyclonic storm Dana, airport operations will remain suspended from 5 pm on October 24 to 9 am on October 25. Officials said that more than 100 flights are operated daily at Bhubaneswar airport, which includes About 15 thousand people travel there. Apart from this, the airport was closed in Kolkata.
190 trains were canceled
In view of cyclonic storm Dana, Eastern Railway will not operate 190 local trains in its Sealdah division from 8 pm on Thursday to 10 am on Friday. An officer gave this information. This step was taken as a precautionary measure to ensure the safety of railway passengers. Eastern Railway official said that 190 trains will remain canceled in Sealdah South and Hasnabad sections.
schools closed
The Odisha government has decided to close schools and colleges while deploying disaster relief forces. Apart from this, leaves of all government employees have been cancelled. Tourists have been prohibited from going towards the beach. As a precautionary measure, Section 144 has been imposed on the beaches.
West Bengal Governor CV Anand Bose issued a message
Regarding Cyclone ‘Dana’, West Bengal Governor CV Anand Bose said, “We are now in a time of crisis. Cyclone Dana is approaching, but in Bengal we have faced many storms and faced it with confidence and patience. Will stand together and we will win, please follow all the instructions issued by the government and the disaster management authority.