A severe cyclonic storm, Montha, is on a collision course with the Andhra Pradesh coast, with the IMD forecasting its arrival on October 28. The storm has developed from a deep depression in the southeast Bay of Bengal and is expected to bring destructive winds and torrential downpours. The IMD’s red and orange alerts cover 23 districts, highlighting the potential for significant disruption. Authorities are coordinating extensive relief efforts and issuing warnings for coastal communities to prepare for potential flooding and high winds. Fishing activities have been suspended, and residents are urged to seek safety.
