Cyclone Jawad Update: Odisha, Andhra Pradesh & West Bengal To Witness Heavy Rainfall

Saturday, 4^th December: Andhra Pradesh and West Bengal are going to experience heavy rainfalls as earlier predicted by India Meteorological Department. Rain has already started in Odisha which is the closest location to Cyclone Jawad as it is arriving from the west-central side of the Bay of Bengal.

ODRAF, NDRF, and 247 teams of State Fire Service have speeded up the process of evacuation on the coast.

#WATCH | Odisha: Lifeguards from the Odisha Fire & Disaster dept urge people to vacate Puri beach, in the wake of #CycloneJawadpic.twitter.com/SAM9nt7DUH

— ANI (@ANI) December 4, 2021

Around 20 teams are reserved for emergencies and schools are closed in 19 districts including the capital city Bhubaneshwar.

As per IMD, cyclone Jawad is gaining a speed of 70-80 kph and will reach 90 kmph by tomorrow. This will result in heavy rainfall but would not convert into a severe cyclonic storm.

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IMD Predicts 'Heavy' To 'Very Heavy Rain' In These Areas

As #Odisha braces up for impending #CycloneJawad, urge everyone to follow scientific advisories and safety measures. Restrain from rumours and do not panic. Follow advisory & cooperate with administration to keep you and your family safe. #OdishaFightsJawadpic.twitter.com/gSwq8pt146

— CMO Odisha (@CMO_Odisha) December 3, 2021