Cyclone Montha advances toward Kakinada; strong winds, high waves reported in Odisha’s Puri

With Cyclone Montha intensifying into a severe cyclonic storm and moving closer to landfall near Kakinada in Andhra Pradesh, its impact has begun to be felt across various parts of Odisha, particularly along the Puri coast. On Tuesday, the waves at Puri sea beach became stronger, and the wind speed increased significantly as the cyclone is moving closer to the Andhra coast.

Reports indicate that several parts of southern Odisha have started experiencing very heavy rainfall accompanied by gusty winds. District administrations remain on high alert, coordinating efforts to prevent any adverse incidents as weather conditions deteriorate. Officials are monitoring vulnerable zones continuously to ensure a timely response in case of emergencies.

Puri Witnesses Rising Waves and Increasing Wind Speed

Similar weather effects have been observed in other regions in Odisha, where the sea waves have become stronger and wind speed has noticeably increased. Although there was little rainfall on Tuesday morning at the time of reporting, the city had experienced showers on Monday night. The weather reportedly remained mostly clear and sunny for most of Tuesday before turning cloudy later in the day.

Precautionary Arrangements Along the Coastline

According to reports, the waves at Puri sea beach have grown stronger and more forceful as Cyclone Montha draws nearer. It is expected that, by the time of landfall, the seawater might reach up to the red-flagged warning zones marked along the shore. Authorities have made extensive arrangements along the coastline to ensure public safety and prevent accidents.

As per reports, the southern districts of Odisha have been placed under a red alert, with evacuation operations underway to ensure the safety of residents in low-lying and landslide-prone areas.

As Odisha continues to experience the peripheral impact of the cyclone, officials remain vigilant, reinforcing coastal monitoring and emergency preparedness to address any situation that may arise, as sources said.