Technology has made many impossible things possible, and it can now also help you track a cyclone. Severe Cyclone Dana is expected to make landfall tonight, bringing in potentially devastating winds and heavy rainfall.
According to the Indian Meteorological Department (IMD), Cyclone Dana is currently classified as a “severe cyclonic storm,” with wind gusts expected to reach up to 120 kilometers per hour. The forecast suggests the cyclone could affect several coastal states like Odisha and West Bengal, raising concerns about flooding, storm surges, and infrastructural damage.
Local authorities are on high alert, urging residents in affected areas to take necessary precautions. Those living in vulnerable zones are advised to secure their homes and be ready to evacuate if necessary. In Odisha, the districts of Jagatsinghpur, Kendrapara, Bhadrak, and Balasore will face severe conditions, with wind speeds projected to reach between 100-120 kmph.
West Bengal will also experience heavy rainfall, particularly in Purba Medinipur, Paschim Medinipur, Jhargram, Kolkata, Howrah, Hooghly, and North and South 24 Parganas. The rainfall could lead to flooding and other hazardous conditions.
For residents looking to track Cyclone Dana, there are several ways to access real-time information. The IMD offers updates through its official website and mobile app, providing live updates on the cyclone’s location, intensity, and projected path. Additionally, local news outlets and social media platforms are useful for receiving timely updates from meteorologists and government agencies. The Indian Meteorological Department provides alerts to those who may be impacted by the cyclone in advance, but it does not offer a real-time cyclone tracker. Fortunately, third-party services such as Windy and Zoom Earth can help. These platforms display the estimated path of the cyclone and indicate its expected severity as it approaches.
