The State Governments on Monday issued warning of strong winds and heavy rainfall in view of 'Mora'. While the cyclonic storm is likely to make a landfall in the North-East region in the next 48 hours, thunderstorms accompanied with squall are very likely to strike Odisha and parts of West Bengal
The Indian Meteorological Department has issued warning to the State Disaster Management Authorities that the cyclone 'Mora' will hit Odisha, West Bengal and several States in the North-East. Heavy rainfall is expected in the next 48 hours, said an official.
The Governments have advised people to take precaution and other preventive measures as heavy rainfall is expected. Government response team has been activated in case of any emergency.