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Twin Cities battered by fierce nor'wester!
9 Jun
Summary
- Hundreds of trees uprooted, damaging vehicles and shops.
- Temperatures dropped by 17.6°C following the storm.
- Civic teams worked to clear roads and restore power.
A severe nor'wester swept through Bhubaneswar and Cuttack on Monday, leaving a trail of destruction. Hundreds of trees were uprooted, leading to damage of parked vehicles and roadside establishments. The intense squall, accompanied by heavy rain and lightning, disrupted normal life and caused widespread traffic snarls.
In Bhubaneswar, areas like Nayapalli and Saheed Nagar experienced significant damage. Fallen trees blocked major roads, and power supply was interrupted due to damaged electric poles and wires. The storm brought a welcome respite from the heat, with temperatures in Bhubaneswar dropping by 17.6°C.
Similar disruptions were reported in Cuttack, with large trees falling and blocking roads in areas such as Baranga and Bidanasi. Civic teams, including fire services and municipal personnel, were deployed to clear debris and restore essential services in both cities. Officials confirmed no loss of life, but the extent of property damage is still under assessment.
