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What is the damage potential of a severe cyclonic storm 48-63 Knots (88-117 Kmph) and what are the suggested actions?

April 26, 2017cyclonic damage Kmph knots potential severe storm suggested

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What is the damage potential of a severe cyclonic storm 48-63 Knots (88-117 Kmph) and what are the suggested actions?

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Structures: Major damage to thatched houses / huts. Roof tops may blow off. Unattached metal sheets may fly. Communication and power: Minor damage to power and communication lines. Road/Rail: Major damage to Kutcha and some damage to Pucca roads. Flooding of escape routes. Agriculture: Breaking of tree branches, uprooting of large avenue trees. Moderate damage to Banana and Papaya trees: Large dead limbs blown from trees. Marine Interests: Phenomenal seas with wave height 9-14 m. Movement in motor boats unsafe. Coastal Zone: Major damage to coastal crops. Storm surge upto 1.5m (area specific) causing damage to embankments/ salt pans. Inundation upto 5 Km in specific areas. Overall Damage Category: Moderate Suggested Actions: Fishermen advised not to venture into sea. Coastal hutment dwellers advised to move to safer places. Other people in the affected areas to remain indoors.