The officials of both Srikakulam and Vizianagaram districts are prepared to minimise the possible damage due to the impact of cyclone ‘Montha’, which is expected to cross Kakinada coast by the night of October 28, 2025.
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The officials are against taking any chances this time in the wake of severe damage suffered by the district during Hud-Hud, Titli and other cyclones. Srikakulam district, which has a 185-km-long coast from Pydibhimavaram to Ichachapuram, has been facing unprecedented damage due to the cyclones, even if they cross the coast at other places such as Kakinada and Visakhapatnam.
A dedicated control room (08942-240557) has been set up in the Srikakulam Collector’s office to monitor vulnerable areas such as Palasa, Sompeta, Santabommali, Kotabommali, and other regions that are part of the Uddanam area, known for its cashew and coconut groves. Srikakulam in-charge Collector Farman Ahmed Khan organised a teleconference with all concerned officials and directed them to maintain perfect coordination to handle the crisis.
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