Hurricane Ashani intensifies

Cyclone Ashani is getting stronger in the south-east Bay of Bengal. According to the Indian Meteorological Department, the cyclone will cross East-Central Bay of Bengal and move towards West Central Bay in the next 12 hours. It will turn into a strong cyclone in the West Central Bay.

As a result, light to moderate to heavy rains are expected in Andhra Pradesh, Orissa and West Bengal from Tuesday. At the moment, Ashani is located 960 km south-east of Visakhapatnam. On the other hand, the cyclone is 1020 km south-east of Puri in Orissa.

Closer to the coast will actually have an impact on Bengal. As a result, the meteorological department has forecast heavy rains in Orissa and coastal districts of Bengal. North and South 24 Parganas of South Bengal, East Midnapore district are likely to receive light winds and heavy rains. Heavy rains are expected in the coastal areas of West Bengal on Wednesday and Thursday. Light to moderate rain is also expected in the rest of the district.
Fishermen have been asked to return to the coast of West Bengal by Monday evening. Fishermen have been told not to go to sea since Tuesday. Similarly, Digha and Mandarmoni beaches are closed for tourists. For now, all recreational activities are prohibited on the beach.

However, there is less risk of a land cyclone. However, all precautions have been taken to keep water stocked from dry food. Precautions are being taken in each block to prevent damage. Quick Response Team, Disaster Response Force, Fire Service are being formed. Measures are also being taken to evacuate these people from the coastal areas for fear of damaging the weak and unfinished houses. Shelter home has been made for this.

However, the Indian Meteorological Department has not yet said how much it will affect Kolkata. Meanwhile, West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee’s Jangalmahal tour schedule was delayed due to thunderstorms. There were two meetings scheduled for May 10 and 11 in West Midnapore district. He also had a program on May 11 and 12 in Jhargram. This was Mamata’s first visit to Jangalmahal after coming to power for the third time. The chief minister’s office said the meeting was postponed in the last phase of preparations for the possible storm.