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Cyclone Arnab Devastates Koraput: Houses Damaged, Residents Evacuated
29 Oct
Summary
- Cyclone Arnab caused significant damage, destroying 19 houses.
- Nearly a thousand residents were moved to shelters for safety.
- Disaster teams worked to clear debris and restore traffic flow.
Cyclone Arnab has unleashed intense disruption across Koraput district, following significant morning downpours. The cyclone's impact has resulted in the damage of 19 houses, with 18 located in the Pottangi block and a wall collapse reported in Nandapur.
Key transportation routes, including the National Highway near Kunduli and Semiliguda, experienced temporary blockages due to uprooted trees. Disaster response teams from ODRAF swiftly intervened to clear the debris, restoring traffic movement.
In a precautionary measure against the ongoing rainfall, the Koraput district administration has relocated 978 individuals from vulnerable areas. These residents have been accommodated in 38 cyclone shelters, with 5 temporary community kitchens established to provide continuous meals.
