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Odisha Declares Cyclone Alert Amid Rising Storm Threat
✍️ Kanak News Odisha
🗓 21 Oct 2026, 04:16 PM
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Odisha has issued a cyclone alert as a severe storm approaches the eastern coast, prompting authorities to mobilise emergency measures.
Odisha has announced a cyclone alert after the India Meteorological Department flagged a severe storm approaching the coast.
The alert, issued in the 1PM bulletin, warns of high winds, heavy rainfall and potential storm surges that could affect coastal districts.
In response, the state government has activated emergency response teams, set up evacuation centres and advised residents to secure property and stay indoors.
Residents in vulnerable areas are urged to follow official guidance and monitor updates from local authorities and the IMD.
The alert, issued in the 1PM bulletin, warns of high winds, heavy rainfall and potential storm surges that could affect coastal districts.
In response, the state government has activated emergency response teams, set up evacuation centres and advised residents to secure property and stay indoors.
Residents in vulnerable areas are urged to follow official guidance and monitor updates from local authorities and the IMD.