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Cyclone Dana: Trains Cancelled, Schools Closed, Lakhs Evacuated as Odisha and West Bengal Brace for Landfall

Cyclone Dana approaches Odisha and West Bengal, causing trains to be cancelled, schools to close, and mass evacuations. Winds up to 120 km/h and storm surges are expected as the cyclone nears landfall.

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Cyclone Dana is fast approaching the coasts of Odisha and West Bengal, causing widespread concern. With winds expected to reach up to 120 km/h, the Indian Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a warning for the coming days. Several measures are already in place as the cyclone threatens to make landfall soon.

Trains Cancelled as Cyclone Dana Nears

As Cyclone Dana draws closer, train services have been severely disrupted. The East Coast Railways (ECoR) has cancelled a total of 178 trains to ensure the safety of passengers. This includes 85 trains heading north and 93 trains heading south. The suspension of these services will last for three days, from October 23 to October 25. Authorities are monitoring the situation and may make further changes if necessary.

Schools Shut in Coastal Areas

In response to the impending storm, schools in both Odisha and West Bengal have been closed. The West Bengal School Education Department has suspended classes in seven key districts, including Kolkata, South 24 Parganas, and North 24 Parganas. The closure will remain in effect from October 23 to October 26. In Odisha, schools in coastal regions are also shut as a precautionary measure.

Evacuation Efforts Underway

Evacuation plans are already in motion, with the state governments preparing to move up to 10 lakh people from vulnerable areas. Around 3,000 pockets in Odisha have been identified as high-risk zones. People from these regions are being relocated to safer places to avoid potential harm from the cyclone. Coastal districts such as Kendrapada, Bhadrak, and Balasore are expected to be the hardest hit, with low-lying areas facing a storm surge of up to 2 meters.

Cyclone Dana to Make Landfall Soon

The IMD has confirmed that Cyclone Dana, which started as a deep depression over the Bay of Bengal, has now intensified into a severe cyclonic storm. It is likely to hit the coasts between Puri in Odisha and Sagar Island in West Bengal on October 25. The storm will bring heavy rains, strong winds, and potentially dangerous conditions for residents in both states.

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