Cyclone Remal LIVE Updates: Landfall begins over coastal areas of West Bengal, Bangladesh
Cyclone Remal, a severe cyclonic storm, has made landfall over coastal areas of West Bengal and Bangladesh, bringing with it intense winds and heavy rainfall. The cyclone, with wind speeds reaching 110 to 120 kmph , gusting up to 135 kmph, poses a significant threat to the region, prompting authorities to take swift action to minimize damage and ensure the safety of residents. As the cyclone approached, over one lakh people were evacuated to cyclone shelters by the West Bengal government, demonstrating a proactive response to the impending disaster. The National Disaster Response Force (NDRF) deployed 14 teams in West Bengal to assist in rescue and relief operations, emphasizing the collaborative effort to mitigate the impact of the cyclone. The landfall process began Sunday evening, with the cyclone's center approximately 30 km from the coastline. The intensity of the cyclone's winds and rainfall is expected to continue for several hours, exacerbating the risk of floo...