Authorities in India have taken emergency measures to evacuate the population in some coastal areas, following the approach of a powerful Cyclone that has threatened local settlements and infrastructure.
According to reports euronews, more than 180 thousand people have been evacuated from endangered areas in the states of Andhra Pradesh and Odysha, under efforts to prevent human losses.
The storm has caused damage to infrastructure, including felling trees and power poles, as well as power supply cuts in some areas.
Authorities have engaged emergency teams and have called on residents to respect safety guidelines, avoiding coastal areas and sites exposed to strong winds and floods.
Massive evacuations are part of the preventive measures India undertakes to protect the population from tropical Cyclones, which can cause considerable damage to settlements, agriculture, and transportation networks.
The situation remains in monitoring by authorities, while full assessment of the damage and aftermath of the storm requires further official information.
Source Layer: Dukeagini