Cyclone Fani: 81 teams NDRF comprising over 4,000 personnel deployed
5 years, 8 months ago

Cyclone Fani: 81 teams NDRF comprising over 4,000 personnel deployed

Live Mint  

Over 4,000 specialised personnel as part of 81 NDRF teams have been deployed to deal with the 'extremely severe' cyclone 'Fani' which is likely to affect Odisha, Andhra Pradesh and West Bengal upon its landfall on Friday. NDRF chief S N Pradhan said that about 50 teams have been pre-positioned in the coastal areas of Odisha, Andhra Pradesh and West Bengal which are feared to be affected while another 31 teams have been kept on standby. Twenty-eight fully equipped teams have been deployed in and around Puri in Odisha as the cyclonic storm is expected to make a landfall there on Friday noon, the NDRF Director General said. The spokesperson said the NDRF teams have doctors, paramedics, engineers, deep divers and are equipped with boats, buoys, life jackets, scuba sets and latest communication equipment like quick deployable antenna, HF/VHF sets so that communication links function even if normal communication network fails.

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Cyclone Fengal: NDRF 10th Battalion deploys four teams to Nellore, Chennai and Villupuram
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Cyclone Fengal: NDRF 10th Battalion deploys four teams to Nellore, Chennai and Villupuram

The Hindu  

The 10th Battalion of the National Disaster Response Force has deployed four teams to Chennai, Villupuram and Nellore to take up rescue and rehabilitation operations in the wake of Cyclone Fengal. “As many parts in Tamil Nadu, and a few districts in Andhra Pradesh, including Nellore, Tirupati and Chittoor, are receiving heavy rainfall, we have deployed teams to help the …

Cyclone Dana: Heavy rainfall, strong winds batter Odisha coast, with 7 districts at risk
2 months, 3 weeks ago

Cyclone Dana: Heavy rainfall, strong winds batter Odisha coast, with 7 districts at risk

Hindustan Times  

Cyclone Dana is expected to make landfall in Odisha, with heavy rainfall and strong winds expected in several districts. The state chief minister has chaired a meeting to ensure preparedness and has deployed teams of the NDRF and SDRF. The IMD has issued a 'red warning' for heavy to very heavy rainfall in seven districts of Odisha, with authorities advising …

Cyclone Dana: 20 Teams of NDRF Deployed in Odisha, 13 in Bengal, Local Trains Cancelled
2 months, 3 weeks ago

Cyclone Dana: 20 Teams of NDRF Deployed in Odisha, 13 in Bengal, Local Trains Cancelled

India TV News  

Cyclone Dana is expected to make landfall in Odisha and West Bengal, with 20 teams of NDRF deployed in the region. Heavy rains are expected in several south Bengal districts, with the Eastern Railway cancelling all local train services from Thursday to Friday. The storm will bring heavy rain and wind speeds of up to 120 kmph.

Cyclone 'Dana' Set to Make Landfall on Odisha Coast, NDRF Deploys 56 Teams in Five States
2 months, 3 weeks ago

Cyclone 'Dana' Set to Make Landfall on Odisha Coast, NDRF Deploys 56 Teams in Five States

India TV News  

Cyclone Dana is set to make landfall on Odisha coast, bringing heavy rainfall and potential flooding and damage. The cyclone is expected to strike between Bhitarkanika National Park and Dhamra Port, with a landfall process starting from the night of October 24 and continuing till the morning of October 25. The Indian Meteorological Department has warned of widespread impact, with …

Cyclone Dana: Odisha on High Alert as State Prepares for Landfall
2 months, 3 weeks ago

Cyclone Dana: Odisha on High Alert as State Prepares for Landfall

News 18  

Cyclone Dana is expected to make landfall in Odisha and Bengal, with six districts being put on high alert. The state governments have met with their teams to prepare for the cyclone, with NDRF deploying teams and fishermen being advised to stay away from the sea. The central government has assured necessary cooperation and has agreed to provide additional NDRF …

Cyclone Watch: 25 NDRF Teams on Standby in Odisha, West Bengal
2 months, 3 weeks ago

Cyclone Watch: 25 NDRF Teams on Standby in Odisha, West Bengal

India TV News  

25 NDRF teams stand ready in Odisha and West Bengal to brace for the cyclone's arrival. The cyclone is expected to make landfall between Puri and Sagar Island on Thursday night or early Friday morning, with winds reaching up to 120 mph. The central and state authorities are coordinating to ensure minimal damage and initiating evacuation and safety measures.

Cyclone 'Michaung' to hit Andhra Pradesh, Tamil Nadu coasts; 21 NDRF teams deployed
1 year, 1 month ago

Cyclone 'Michaung' to hit Andhra Pradesh, Tamil Nadu coasts; 21 NDRF teams deployed

Firstpost  

The Cabinet Secretary directed the Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways, the Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas and the Indian Coast Guard that all boats/ vessels and manpower deployed at offshore installations should be moved to risk-free areas immediately The National Crisis Management Committee announced on Sunday that the National Disaster Response Force has sent out 21 teams for …

Michaung Cyclone: NDRF, SDRF to deploy teams in all coastal districts
1 year, 1 month ago

Michaung Cyclone: NDRF, SDRF to deploy teams in all coastal districts

The Hindu  

The National Disaster Response Force and the State Disaster Response Force are gearing up to handle the impending threat from the deep depression over the Bay of Bengal, which is likely to convert into a cyclonic storm named as Michaung. “Teams will be deployed with all gears such as jackets, cutting machines, inflated boats, dragon lights, ropes and other rescue …

Cyclone Biparjoy puts Gujarat in darkness, no loss of life
1 year, 7 months ago

Cyclone Biparjoy puts Gujarat in darkness, no loss of life

Deccan Chronicle  

NEW DELHI: The powerful Super Cyclone Biparjoy struck Gujarat with full force on Thursday evening, causing extensive damage as more than 5,000 electrical poles were uprooted, leaving over 4,000 villages without power. According to the director-general of NDRF, Atul Karwar, except for two unfortunate fatalities that occurred before the cyclone's landfall when a man and his son were attempting to …

India LIVE Updates: Cyclone Biparjoy's landfall process likely to continue till midnight, says meteorologist
1 year, 7 months ago

India LIVE Updates: Cyclone Biparjoy's landfall process likely to continue till midnight, says meteorologist

Firstpost  

2:16 PM Whatsapp Facebook Twitter Cyclone Biparjoy LIVE Updates About 1 lakh evacuated from Gujarat, working to ensure minimum loss, says NDRF DG According to NDRF DG Atul Karwal, authorities have evacuated about 1 lakh people in Gujarat as a result of Cyclone “Biparjoy.” Fishing boats have been anchored, large ships have been sent to open waters, more than 4,000 …

Gujarat on alert with Cyclone Biparjoy set to make landfall
1 year, 7 months ago

Gujarat on alert with Cyclone Biparjoy set to make landfall

The Hindu  

With cyclonic storm Biparjoy inching nearer the Gujarat coast for likely landfall in less than 24 hours, State authorities intensified their efforts, shifting more than 70,000 people to safety on Wednesday and dispatching food packets to shelters. In its latest update, the India Meteorological Department said that Biparjoy was set to change its path on Wednesday and begin moving north-eastwards …

Depression in Bay of Bengal intensifies into cyclonic storm Mandous, alert in southern states
2 years, 1 month ago

Depression in Bay of Bengal intensifies into cyclonic storm Mandous, alert in southern states

India Today  

A depression in the Bay of Bengal intensified into the cyclonic storm "Mandous", which had been brewing in the region for the past few days. The cyclonic storm hovering over the southwest Bay of Bengal moved nearly west-northwestwards with a speed of 8 kmph during the past three hours, the India Meteorological Department said. Deep Depression over Southwest and adjoining …

NDRF, navy on standby in Tamil Nadu, Puducherry as Cyclone Mandous brews over Bay of Bengal
2 years, 1 month ago

NDRF, navy on standby in Tamil Nadu, Puducherry as Cyclone Mandous brews over Bay of Bengal

India Today  

The states of Tamil Nadu, Andhra Pradesh, and Puducherry have been put on alert as a cyclone is brewing over the Bay of Bengal. The cyclonic storm, which will be named Cyclone Mandous, is expected to bring heavy to very heavy rainfall in coastal districts of Andhra Pradesh and most parts of Tamil Nadu and Puducherry. Read | Why cyclones …

NDRF, navy on standby in Tamil Nadu, Puducherry as Cyclone Mandous brews over Bay of Bengal
2 years, 1 month ago

NDRF, navy on standby in Tamil Nadu, Puducherry as Cyclone Mandous brews over Bay of Bengal

India Today  

The states of Tamil Nadu, Andhra Pradesh, and Puducherry have been put on alert as a cyclone is brewing over the Bay of Bengal. The cyclonic storm, which will be named Cyclone Mandous, is expected to bring heavy to very heavy rainfall in coastal districts of Andhra Pradesh and most parts of Tamil Nadu and Puducherry. Read | Why cyclones …

Floods In India Andhra Pradesh Telangana Gujarat Face Monsoon Fury, NDRF Deployed To Tackle Floods
2 years, 6 months ago

Floods In India Andhra Pradesh Telangana Gujarat Face Monsoon Fury, NDRF Deployed To Tackle Floods

ABP News  

Chennai: Over four states in India including Andhra Pradesh and Telangana are facing heavy rains, flood-like situations and landslides due to the onset of intense monsoon. Heavy rains battered Andhra Pradesh, Telangana, Gujarat and Maharashtra and led to floods in some parts of the states. Nearly 176 self-contained NDRF teams are deployed across the country to tackle any emergency. In …

Cyclone Asani: Red Alert for Andhra, NDRF Teams in 3 States, MHA Reviews Preparedness
2 years, 8 months ago

Cyclone Asani: Red Alert for Andhra, NDRF Teams in 3 States, MHA Reviews Preparedness

News 18  

As the severe cyclone Asani neared the east coast with a wind speed of up to 105 kmph, a total of 50 teams of the National Disaster Response Force have been earmarked for West Bengal, Odisha, and Andhra Pradesh. Meanwhile, the India Meteorological Department has issued a red alert to Guntur Krishna, East and West Godavari, and Vishakhapatnam districts of …

Cyclone Jawad: Odisha puts 14 districts on high alert, plans to deploy 266 rescue teams
3 years, 1 month ago

Cyclone Jawad: Odisha puts 14 districts on high alert, plans to deploy 266 rescue teams

Firstpost  

Authorities have issued guidelines and prohibited fishing activities till 5 December as it prepares for the cyclonic storm that is expected to bring heavy rainfall to the area Odisha is gearing up to face Cyclone Jawad. “Depression, lay centered at 2330 hours IST of December 2, 2021, over Bay of Bengal near Lat 12.0 N and Long 87.5 E, about …

Cyclone Jawad: Andhra, Odisha govts review preparedness, PM Modi chairs meeting on cyclone situation | Top points
3 years, 1 month ago

Cyclone Jawad: Andhra, Odisha govts review preparedness, PM Modi chairs meeting on cyclone situation | Top points

India Today  

Cyclonic storm Jawad is likely to hit the Andhra Pradesh-Odisha coast on the morning of December 4, the India Meteorological Department has said. With two days left for Cyclone Jawad to make landfall, here is how the state governments in Odisha and Andhra Pradesh are gearing up to tackle the cyclonic storm. Andhra CM holds review meetings with district collectors …

Tamil Nadu: IMD warns of extremely heavy rains; Chennai appoints nodal officers. Details here
3 years, 2 months ago

Tamil Nadu: IMD warns of extremely heavy rains; Chennai appoints nodal officers. Details here

Live Mint  

Extremely heavy rainfall is likely over some parts of Tamil Nadu on 10 and 11 November, which may inundate roads and low-lying areas, and cause riverine flooding in some catchment areas, the India Meteorological Department said on Monday. Rainfall today This comes as Chennai and northern regions of Tamil Nadu continued to receive mild to moderate rains on Monday, forcing …

11 NDRF teams to be deployed in Kerala for rains, flood rescue
3 years, 3 months ago

11 NDRF teams to be deployed in Kerala for rains, flood rescue

India Today  

The National Disaster Response Force has earmarked 11 teams to be deployed in south and central parts of Kerala which are pounded by heavy rains. A single NDRF team usually has a strength of 47 personnel equipped with tree and pole cutters, communication gadgets, inflatable boats and basic medical aid to rescue affected people and to launch relief operations. At …

NDRF deploys 7 teams in Maharashtra in wake of heavy rains
3 years, 3 months ago

NDRF deploys 7 teams in Maharashtra in wake of heavy rains

India TV News  

The National Disaster Response Force has deployed seven teams in Maharashtra in the wake of heavy rains in many parts of the state. The Indian Meteorological Department on Tuesday had predicted heavy rains in many parts including Marathwada region for the next two days. The IMD has predicted heavy rainfall over north Konkan, Gujarat and north central Maharashtra including Marathwada …

Cyclone Gulab to make landfall on Sunday, 7 Odisha districts on alert
3 years, 3 months ago

Cyclone Gulab to make landfall on Sunday, 7 Odisha districts on alert

India Today  

The India Meteorological Department informed on Saturday that a cyclonic storm, named Gulab, is likely to make landfall on Sunday evening in the coastal regions of southern Odisha and northern Andhra Pradesh. Talking to India Today, Special Relief Commissioner PK Jena said, "We have put collectors of seven districts — Ganjam, Gajapati, Koraput, Rayagada, Nabarangpur, Kandhamal and Malkangiri — on …

Kolkata Airport to Shut from 8:30am, No Flight Services in Odisha as Cyclone Yaas Intensifies
3 years, 7 months ago

Kolkata Airport to Shut from 8:30am, No Flight Services in Odisha as Cyclone Yaas Intensifies

News 18  

The Bhubaneswar airport in Odisha has shut operations from 11 pm on Tuesday, while Bengal’s Kolkata airport will close from 8:30 am on Wednesday till 7:45 pm as Cyclone Yaas that will make a landfall between Dhamra Port and Balasore on the Odisha coast at noon has intensified into a very severe storm. The National Disaster Response Force has earmarked …

Yaas intensifies into cyclonic storm, to cross Odisha-Bengal coasts on Wednesday; NDRF deployed
3 years, 7 months ago

Yaas intensifies into cyclonic storm, to cross Odisha-Bengal coasts on Wednesday; NDRF deployed

India TV News  

A deep depression over the Bay of Bengal has intensified into cyclonic storm 'Yaas' and is likely to cross the Odisha-West Bengal coasts on May 26 after turning into a very severe cyclonic storm, the MeT Department said on Monday. 'Yaas' is likely to cross the Odisha-West Bengal coasts between Paradip and Sagar Islands around noon on May 26 as …

Cyclone Yaas: Rain lashes Odisha's coastal districts as storm inches close, authorities take stock
3 years, 7 months ago

Cyclone Yaas: Rain lashes Odisha's coastal districts as storm inches close, authorities take stock

India Today  

As Cyclone Yaas approaches Odisha, the state’s coastal districts Kendrapada, Jagatsinghpur, Balasore, Paradip and Bhadrak started receiving rainfall Monday afternoon. Meanwhile, the state set a target of ‘zero casualty’ as it gears up for the probable landfall of Cyclone Yaas, categorised as a very severe cyclonic storm with a wind speed of 120-165 kmph gusting up to 185 kmph, informed …

Cyclone Yaas: NDRF begins dispatching teams to Bengal, Odisha
3 years, 7 months ago

Cyclone Yaas: NDRF begins dispatching teams to Bengal, Odisha

India TV News  

After 'Cyclone Tauktae' ravaged the west coast of the country earlier this week, the east coast is now facing the threat of 'Cyclone Yaas'. The National Disaster Response Force has begun positioning its teams in West Bengal and Odisha following the weather department's alert that the cyclone may hit these states on the eastern coast of the country around May …

Cyclone Tauktae: NDRF doubles number of teams to 100
3 years, 8 months ago

Cyclone Tauktae: NDRF doubles number of teams to 100

India TV News  

The National Disaster Response Force has increased from 53 to 100 the number of teams earmarked to undertake relief and rescue measures in the wake of impending Cyclone Tauktae, a senior officer said on Saturday. The deployment of National Disaster Response Force teams has been "upped" as per new inputs provided by the India Meteorological Department, Pradhan said. The India …

Cyclone Tauktae likely to reach Gujarat on 18 May; NDRF deploys 53 teams in costal states, including Kerala, TN
3 years, 8 months ago

Cyclone Tauktae likely to reach Gujarat on 18 May; NDRF deploys 53 teams in costal states, including Kerala, TN

Firstpost  

The cyclonic activity would bring rain, and at some places thunderstorms, in the entire coastal belt on 16, 17 and 18 May. Some places would get heavy to extremely heavy rainfall on 17 and 18 May, the IMD said The depression formed over Lakshadweep in the Arabian Sea would turn into a cyclonic storm in the next 24 hours and …

Cyclone 'Tauktae': NDRF earmarks 53 teams for five states
3 years, 8 months ago

Cyclone 'Tauktae': NDRF earmarks 53 teams for five states

Deccan Chronicle  

New Delhi: The National Disaster Response Force has earmarked 53 teams to tackle possible after- effects of cyclone 'Tauktae' that is developing in the Arabian Sea, a senior officer said on Friday. NDRF Director General S N Pradhan said in a tweet that these teams are being deployed in the coastal regions of Kerala, Karnataka, Tamil Nadu, Gujarat and Maharashtra. …

Cyclone 'Tauktae': NDRF earmarks 53 teams for five states
3 years, 8 months ago

Cyclone 'Tauktae': NDRF earmarks 53 teams for five states

India TV News  

The National Disaster Response Force has earmarked 53 teams to tackle possible after- effects of cyclone 'Tauktae' that is developing in the Arabian Sea, a senior officer said on Friday. NDRF Director General S N Pradhan said in a tweet that these teams are being deployed in the coastal regions of Kerala, Karnataka, Tamil Nadu, Gujarat and Maharashtra. As per …

Cyclone Burevi: NDRF teams deployed in Tamil Nadu and Kerala; Amit Shah speaks to CMs
4 years, 1 month ago

Cyclone Burevi: NDRF teams deployed in Tamil Nadu and Kerala; Amit Shah speaks to CMs

Firstpost  

The cyclonic storm is likely to cross south Tamil Nadu coast between Pamban and Kanniyakumari sometime between tonight and Friday morning with a wind speed of 70-80 kmph, said IMD New Delhi: Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Thursday said the Narendra Modi government is committed to provide all possible help to the people of Tamil Nadu and Kerala in …

Cyclone Nivar | How preparedness took the edge off the storm
4 years, 1 month ago

Cyclone Nivar | How preparedness took the edge off the storm

The Hindu  

Since December 2015, Chennai residents have lived in fear of a monsoon crippling life as they know it. The Tamil Nadu government had deputed senior IAS officers and Ministers to coordinate preparatory measures like shifting of people from low-level and vulnerable areas to safer places, mobilising equipment and taking post-landfall measures along with the Collectors. Meanwhile, the 2015-like calamitous flooding …

Cyclone Nivar: PM speaks with Tamil Nadu CM; kin of deceased to get ₹2 lakh
4 years, 1 month ago

Cyclone Nivar: PM speaks with Tamil Nadu CM; kin of deceased to get ₹2 lakh

Live Mint  

New Delhi: An ex-gratia of ₹2 lakh each will be given to the next of kin of the deceased and ₹50,000 each to those injured in the wake of cyclone Nivar and heavy rainfall in Tamil Nadu, the Prime Minister's Office said on Friday after Prime Minister Narendra Modi spoke with Chief Minister K Palaniswami. The PMO said the monetary …

NDRF redeploys teams for rescue operations
4 years, 1 month ago

NDRF redeploys teams for rescue operations

The Hindu  

The National Disaster Response Force redeployed its teams along the Cuddalore-Villupuram coastline after meteorological alerts gave a clear indication that Cyclone Nivar was most likely to make landfall near Marakkanam. Senior Commandant Rekha Nambiar said at least 13 teams, comprising about 450 personnel trained in rescue operations, were stationed along the coast. Pradhan said as per reports last received, more …

Tens of thousands evacuated as India braces for cyclone
4 years, 1 month ago

Tens of thousands evacuated as India braces for cyclone

Associated Press  

NEW DELHI — Tens of thousands of people fled their homes in low-lying areas of southern India and moved to evacuation shelters on Wednesday to escape a cyclone that was barreling toward the region’s coast. Cyclone Nivar is expected to bring heavy downpours after slamming ashore near Mamallapuram and Karaikal in Tamil Nadu state, the Meteorological Department said. Pradhan, director …

Over 1 Lakh Evacuated from TN, Puducherry Ahead of Cyclone Nivar's Landfall: NDRF DG
4 years, 1 month ago

Over 1 Lakh Evacuated from TN, Puducherry Ahead of Cyclone Nivar's Landfall: NDRF DG

News 18  

Over one lakh people have been evacuated from the coastal areas of Tamil Nadu and Puducherry in order to “tide over the worst challenge” put up by Cyclone Nivar that is expected to make a landfall in the early hours of Thursday, the NDRF chief said on Wednesday. The National Disaster Response Force has earmarked a total of 50 teams …

Tens of thousands evacuated as India braces for cyclone
4 years, 1 month ago

Tens of thousands evacuated as India braces for cyclone

The Independent  

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Cyclone Nivar is expected to bring heavy downpours after …

What is Cyclone Nivar and When Will it Make its Landfall in Tamil Nadu? All You Need to Know
4 years, 1 month ago

What is Cyclone Nivar and When Will it Make its Landfall in Tamil Nadu? All You Need to Know

News 18  

The coastal regions of Tamil Nadu, Puducherry, and Andhra Pradesh are preparing to tackle the Cyclone Nivar that is most likely to make landfall on Wednesday. Deep Depression over southwest Bay of Bengal— Deep Depression over Gulf of Aden and adjoining Somalia.https://t.co/QSfsJn8fMK pic.twitter.com/HiM39nQz47— India Meteorological Department November 23, 2020 Here’s all you need to know about Cyclone Nivar: Q.Origin of …

Andhra, Tamil Nadu, Puducherry brace for heavy rains as cyclone 'Nivar' approaches; NDFR teams deployed
4 years, 1 month ago

Andhra, Tamil Nadu, Puducherry brace for heavy rains as cyclone 'Nivar' approaches; NDFR teams deployed

India TV News  

Tamil Nadu, Andhra Pradesh and Puducherry have braced for rains as the depression over the Bay of Bengal intensified into a deep depression on Monday. The weather system is likely to intensify into a cyclonic storm during the next 12 hours and into a severe cyclonic storm during the subsequent 24 hours, the IMD said. "It is likely to intensify …

Cyclone Amphan: Centre sends 5 Army columns to help Kolkata
4 years, 7 months ago

Cyclone Amphan: Centre sends 5 Army columns to help Kolkata

India TV News  

Accepting West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee's request, Centre has sent five columns to help Kolkata administration in restoring infrastructure in the state battered by cyclone Amphan. Earlier today, West Bengal had sought support of the Indian Army, Railways and port for restoring essential infrastructure and services in the cyclone-ravaged areas of the state. Cyclone Amphan has claimed 86 lives …

Cyclone Amphan and Covid 19: NDRF gets ready to tackle dual calamities
4 years, 7 months ago

Cyclone Amphan and Covid 19: NDRF gets ready to tackle dual calamities

India TV News  

As Cyclone Amphan inched closer to the western coast of India, National Disaster Response Force said that it was bracing up to tackle dual calamities of Coronavirus and the cyclone. NDRF chief SN Pradhan said that the force was taking steps bearing in mind the magnitude of the challenge. Pradhan said that Cyclone Amphan was likely to make a landfall …

Cyclone Amphan: PM Narendra Modi reviews situation; 25 NDRF teams deployed on ground, 24 teams on standby in other parts of India
4 years, 7 months ago

Cyclone Amphan: PM Narendra Modi reviews situation; 25 NDRF teams deployed on ground, 24 teams on standby in other parts of India

Firstpost  

Cyclone ‘Amphan’ intensified into a super cyclonic storm on Monday and is likely to move across the northeast Bay of Bengal New Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday chaired a high-level meeting to review the response preparedness against cyclone Amphan, developing in the Bay of Bengal. The prime minister took full stock of the situation and reviewed the measures …

Cyclone 'Amphan': NDRF deploys 17 teams in Odisha, West Bengal
4 years, 7 months ago

Cyclone 'Amphan': NDRF deploys 17 teams in Odisha, West Bengal

India TV News  

Seventeen teams of the National Disaster Response Force have been deployed in Odisha and West Bengal in view of the approaching cyclone 'Amphan', the chief of the force said on Sunday. Cyclone 'Amphan', according to an IMD report on early Sunday, is developing into a severe cyclonic storm in the Bay of Bengal and can become a very severe cyclonic …

Cyclone Bulbul: 34 NDRF teams in West Bengal, Odisha
5 years, 2 months ago

Cyclone Bulbul: 34 NDRF teams in West Bengal, Odisha

India TV News  

The NDRF has stationed a total of 34 teams in West Bengal and Odisha in view of the approaching severe cyclone Bulbul, a senior official said Friday. Seventeen teams each have been stationed in the two states and the National Disaster Response Force is prepared to tackle any eventuality, NDRF Director General S N Pradhan said here. "All preparations have …

Cyclone Fani leaves Odisha paralysed and in the dark; battered Bhubaneswar bears brunt of storm
5 years, 8 months ago

Cyclone Fani leaves Odisha paralysed and in the dark; battered Bhubaneswar bears brunt of storm

Firstpost  

Even for Odisha, used to nature’s fury — which was hit by a super cyclone in 1999 named Paradip and which has been on the receiving end of storms such as Philin, Hudhud and last year’s Titli — Fani’s cruel dance of wind which turned into heavy rain was too much. In terms of intensity and severity, many, including CR …

Disaster relief teams deployed as Cyclone Fani heads to make landfall in Odisha; helpline number operational
5 years, 8 months ago

Disaster relief teams deployed as Cyclone Fani heads to make landfall in Odisha; helpline number operational

India TV News  

The Indian Coast Guard has positioned 34 disaster relief teams at different spots and four ships have been deployed to handle any exigency as cyclone Fani heads towards the eastern coast, where it is expected to make landfall at around 9:30 am today. Meanwhile, the Ministry of Home Affairs' control room helpline number for Cyclone Fani- 1938 has become operational …

Cyclone Fani: 65 NDRF teams deployed across country, highest since Cyclone Phailin
5 years, 8 months ago

Cyclone Fani: 65 NDRF teams deployed across country, highest since Cyclone Phailin

India Today  

The National Disaster Response Force has deployed 65 teams for rescue and relief work in areas of Odisha, Andhra Pradesh, West Bengal, Arunachal Pradesh, Nagaland, Meghalaya, Jharkhand, Tamil Nadu and Kerala. This is the highest number of teams deployed in the country since Cyclone Phailin in 2013 when 63 teams were deployed. Sixty five NDRF teams have been deployed in …

Navy gears up for Cyclone Fani
5 years, 8 months ago

Navy gears up for Cyclone Fani

The Hindu  

The Navy has put ships on stand by and deployed medical and relief teams to respond to any contingencies once cyclonic storm Fani hits Coast. “INS Sahyadri, Ranvir and Kadmatt with relief material and medical teams embarked have been deployed on the evening of May 01 and are maintaining south of the cyclonic storm to be the first responder and …

Cyclone Fani: Almost 1 million being evacuated as storm nears Odisha
5 years, 8 months ago

Cyclone Fani: Almost 1 million being evacuated as storm nears Odisha

Live Mint  

New Delhi: India began evacuating almost 1 million people from the eastern state of Odisha to temporary shelters as the nation braces for its worst cyclonic storm since 2014. Cyclone Fani is set to hit the country’s eastern coast on Friday, with wind speeds likely reaching as high as 200 kilometers per hour. A satellite view of Cyclone Fani Odisha …

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