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Odisha Orders Evacuation Ahead of New Cyclone Threat Over Bay of Bengal
✍️ OrissaPOST
🗓 01 Nov 2026, 02:16 PM
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The Odisha government has issued evacuation orders as a fresh cyclone threat looms over the Bay of Bengal. Authorities are urging residents in vulnerable coastal districts to relocate to safer areas.
The Odisha government has announced mandatory evacuation for residents in several coastal districts as a new cyclone threat develops over the Bay of Bengal. The directive, issued by the state’s disaster management authorities, aims to safeguard people from potential storm surges and heavy rainfall.
Officials have identified high-risk areas along the coast and are coordinating with local police, fire services, and the National Disaster Response Force to facilitate the relocation of families to designated shelters. The evacuation notice also includes guidelines on securing property and ensuring essential supplies are available.
The government has urged residents to heed the orders promptly and avoid traveling to low-lying regions. It has also set up helplines for citizens to report emergencies and receive updates on the cyclone’s progress.
While the cyclone’s exact path remains uncertain, the authorities emphasize that early evacuation can significantly reduce the risk of loss of life and property damage.
Officials have identified high-risk areas along the coast and are coordinating with local police, fire services, and the National Disaster Response Force to facilitate the relocation of families to designated shelters. The evacuation notice also includes guidelines on securing property and ensuring essential supplies are available.
The government has urged residents to heed the orders promptly and avoid traveling to low-lying regions. It has also set up helplines for citizens to report emergencies and receive updates on the cyclone’s progress.
While the cyclone’s exact path remains uncertain, the authorities emphasize that early evacuation can significantly reduce the risk of loss of life and property damage.