Officials urged to remain alert as severe cyclone approaches
District collectors in Andhra Pradesh have issued high-alert warnings as a severe cyclone approaches the region. Officials have cancelled staff leaves, established control rooms, and directed residents in vulnerable areas to relocate.
Why it matters
Proactive disaster management is essential for minimizing loss of life and property during extreme weather events in coastal regions.
Officials urged to remain alert as severe cyclone approaches left NTR District Collector G. Lakshmisha reviewing cyclone preparedness in Vijayawada. G.N. RAO The Hindu https://th-i.thgim.com/public/incoming/tev8qx/article71624553.ece/alternates/FREE_1200/10215_25_10_2026_21_10_2_1_IMG_20261025_WA0124.JPG RAO GN NTR District Collector G. Lakshmisha reviewing on cyclone preparedness in Vijayawada. G N RAO MACHILIPATNAM Krishna District Collector D.K. Balaji has directed officials to remain alert for the cyclone and take steps to prevent human and property loss. Mr. Balaji, who reviewed cyclone preparedness with the district and mandal-level officials, instructed them to be available at the posted places and take measures for supply of drinking water and other essentials. Meanwhile, Andhra Pradesh Central Power Distribution Corporation Limited (APCPDCL) CMD P. Pulla Reddy said leaves of officials and staff were cancelled in wake of the cyclonic storm. He also asked the field staff to caution the public against touching snapped electric cables.
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