🔴 BREAKING: Cyclone Hits West Bengal – Full List of Affected Districts, Live Alerts Inside
As unprecedented cyclonic weather sweeps across West Bengal, many districts are now on high alert. This is your live, full-roundup—covering evacuation details, government response, district-wise impact, expert advice, and what you must do to stay safe.
🌩️ 1. What’s Happening Right Now?
A low-pressure system in the Bay of Bengal has intensified into a cyclonic system currently affecting West Bengal. Kolkata, Howrah, North & South 24 Parganas, Purba & Paschim Medinipur, Jhargram, Bankura, and Hooghly are under active warnings as heavy rains and gusty winds batter the region ndtv.comyoutube.com+4ddnews.gov.in+4hindustantimes.com+4.
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Rainfall rates: 80–200 mm in coastal & southern districts
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Wind gusts: 30–60 km/h (up to 90 km/h in exposed areas)
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Kolkata forecast: Gloomy skies until midweek, intermittent heavy showers
📍 2. ALL Affected Districts & Weather Alerts
| District | Alert Level | Weather Conditions |
|---|---|---|
| Kolkata, Howrah, Hooghly | Orange → Red Alert | Heavy rain, possible urban flooding |
| North/South 24 Parganas | Red Alert | Coastal flooding + tidal surge risk |
| Purba & Paschim Medinipur | Orange Alert | Continuous rain, flash flood risk |
| Jhargram, Bankura | Orange → Red Alert | Heavy rainfall triggering landslide risk |
The IMD and RMC Kolkata warn of intermittent red alerts, urging residents to stock essentials and avoid travel where possible timesofindia.indiatimes.com+11ddnews.gov.in+11ndtv.com+11en.wikipedia.org+11thedailyhints.com+11timesofindia.indiatimes.com+11en.wikipedia.orghindustantimes.comtimesofindia.indiatimes.com.
🚨 3. Live Alerts & Emergency Measures
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Fishing Ban: Enforced across coastal districts until further notice—fishermen must stay ashore thedailyhints.com
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Evacuations: Authorities have evacuated thousands in low-lying areas, including Sundarbans clusters en.wikipedia.org+2thedailyhints.com+2timesofindia.indiatimes.com+2
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Shelter Readiness: All cyclone shelters across South 24 Parganas & North 24 Parganas are girded, with food, water & medical supplies on standby
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Transport Warnings: Local trains may be suspended; commuters told to check with Eastern Railway updates
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School Shutdowns: Government advises schools to stay closed in high-risk zones
🏠 4. District-Wise Impact: What You Should Know
Kolkata & Howrah
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Persistent showers causing street flooding
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Public transport disruptions are expected; metro services may pause intermittently
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Residents advised to clear storm drains and prepare sandbags
North/South 24 Parganas
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Coastal Pressure Zones—tidal flooding expected in Sundarbans, Sagar Island
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Evacuations ongoing; shelters active
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Sea is highly rough—fishing banned until threat subsides
Purba & Paschim Medinipur
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Reports of schools turning into makeshift shelters
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Heavy rainfall hitting roads and dams—traffic likely affected
Jhargram & Bankura
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Land-sliding possible in elevated areas
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Residents on alert—emergency services ready for rescue ops
🧑⚕️ 5. Expert Advice: Stay Safe, Stay Informed
Meteorologist H.R. Biswas says this is a “cyclonic circulation–trough combo” likely to continue at least through Thursday. Key precautions include:
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Keep drinking water and non-perishables at hand
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Always carry charged phones + power banks
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Avoid coastal and river embankment travel
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Check cylinder valves + kitchen safety before returning home
Local officials recommend phoning 112 for emergencies, and families are urged to download the 'SANDESH' alert app for real-time updates.
👨💼 6. Government & Local Administration Response
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Chief Minister’s Directive: Ensure zero casualties; multi-department control rooms set up timesofindia.indiatimes.com+3hindustantimes.com+3thedailyhints.com+3timesofindia.indiatimes.com+1timesofindia.indiatimes.com+1timesofindia.indiatimes.comthedailyhints.com+1timesofindia.indiatimes.com+1
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New Pumps & Infrastructure: Kolkata Mayor coordinating with ground teams to unblock drains
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Health Alerts: Stockpiling medicines & mosquito nets in vulnerable areas
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Crop & Livestock Protection: Authorities advising farmers to secure farmland; vets on alert for cyclone-linked diseases
🔮 7. What’s Coming Next?
According to IMD, the system may weaken later this week, but monsoon impact will persist—heavy showers are possible through early next week timesofindia.indiatimes.com.
📢 8. What You Must Do RIGHT NOW
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Stay Indoors unless needed
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Stock Essentials: Water, food, medicines, power banks
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Avoid Non-Essential Travel
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Follow Official Channels: IMD, RMC, district control rooms
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Help Vulnerable Neighbors—especially elderly & differently abled residents
🎯 9. Why This Matters: Beyond the Storm
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Urban Flooding can rise fast: 30 minutes of heavy rain + clogged drains = knee-deep streets
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Local Governance Evaluated: Officials' quick action could shape their public image
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Climate Reminder: Intense rain from cyclonic systems is becoming more common in Bengal—precautions for next monsoon
🏁 10. Final Call for Readers
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