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Odisha Evacuates 1.6 Lakh as Severe Cyclonic Storm Murasu Approaches
✍️ The Hindu
🗓 03 Nov 2026, 05:37 AM
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Odisha authorities have evacuated 1.6 lakh people from coastal areas as the severe cyclonic storm Murasu approaches, with preparations intensifying to mitigate potential damage.
The state of Odisha is currently on high alert as the severe cyclonic storm Murasu moves towards the coast. In a massive preventive operation, local authorities have successfully evacuated approximately 1.6 lakh residents from vulnerable coastal and low-lying areas to ensure their safety against the impending weather system.
The evacuation drive involved the deployment of administrative and security personnel to transport people to designated relief camps. The government has emphasized that these measures are critical to minimizing loss of life and property damage as the storm's intensity is expected to remain high during landfall.
Residents in the affected districts have been advised to stay indoors and follow official instructions. Meteorological departments are closely monitoring the storm's trajectory, while disaster management teams are on standby to provide immediate assistance in case of any emergencies.
The evacuation drive involved the deployment of administrative and security personnel to transport people to designated relief camps. The government has emphasized that these measures are critical to minimizing loss of life and property damage as the storm's intensity is expected to remain high during landfall.
Residents in the affected districts have been advised to stay indoors and follow official instructions. Meteorological departments are closely monitoring the storm's trajectory, while disaster management teams are on standby to provide immediate assistance in case of any emergencies.