Posted on May 18, 2021
Powerful cyclone hits land in India amid deadly virus surge
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A powerful cyclone that emerged in the Arabian Sea made landfall on India's western coast on Monday, hours after authorities evacuated hundreds of thousands of people and suspended COVID-19 vaccinations in one state.
Cyclone Tauktae, the most powerful storm to hit the region in more than two decades, came ashore in Gujarat state with heavy rain, a battering storm surge and sustained winds of up to 103 miles per hour, the India Meteorological Department said.
Forecasters warned of possible extensive damage from high winds, heavy rainfall and flooding in low-lying areas.
The massive storm came as India is battling a devastating coronavirus surge — and both the storm and the virus could exacerbate the effects of the other. The storm had already led to the suspension of some vaccination efforts and there is greater risk of virus transmission in crowded evacuation shelters.
In Gujarat, vaccinations were suspended for two days and authorities worked to evacuate hundreds of thousands of people to temporary relief shelters. The state's chief minister, Vijay Rupani, asked officials to ensure that oxygen supplies for hospitals are not disrupted.
Cyclone Tauktae, the most powerful storm to hit the region in more than two decades, came ashore in Gujarat state with heavy rain, a battering storm surge and sustained winds of up to 103 miles per hour, the India Meteorological Department said.
Forecasters warned of possible extensive damage from high winds, heavy rainfall and flooding in low-lying areas.
The massive storm came as India is battling a devastating coronavirus surge — and both the storm and the virus could exacerbate the effects of the other. The storm had already led to the suspension of some vaccination efforts and there is greater risk of virus transmission in crowded evacuation shelters.
In Gujarat, vaccinations were suspended for two days and authorities worked to evacuate hundreds of thousands of people to temporary relief shelters. The state's chief minister, Vijay Rupani, asked officials to ensure that oxygen supplies for hospitals are not disrupted.
Powerful cyclone hits land in India amid deadly virus surge
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CPT Gurinder (Gene) Rana
This is true Sir. India, suffering the second wave of Covid-19 and fron Black Fungus could have done without the cyclone at this time.
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Lt Col Charlie Brown, Ma'am, this is true that Cyclone Tauktae made landfall in the Kutch region of Gujrat last evening with very high winds that toppled trees and damaged vehicles. There was flooding with waves cresting over six meters or about 20 feet. Even the Gateway of India was not spared the lashing winds and high waves in Mumbai. The effects of Tauktae are being felt here in the National Capital Region and heavy rains are expected tomorrow. The winds are already increasing.
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