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A severe cyclonic storm has devastated north coastal Andhra, resulting in four tragic deaths across multiple districts. Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu has taken swift action, reviewing the situation and announcing compensation for affected families. The disaster has caused significant flooding in Nagavali and Vamsadhara rivers, prompting emergency response teams to be deployed. Officials are working to restore infrastructure and ensure public safety during this challenging time.

Key Points: North Coastal Andhra Cyclone Claims 4 Lives in Heavy Rains

  • Cyclone triggers massive flooding in north coastal Andhra
  • Four people killed across multiple districts
  • Nagavali and Vamsadhara rivers witness massive water inflows
  • Chief Minister announces ₹4 lakh compensation for victims' families
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Four killed as heavy rains lash north coastal Andhra

Deadly cyclonic storm hits north coastal Andhra, causing flooding and four fatalities across Srikakulam, Visakhapatnam, and Manyam districts

"Officials should work swiftly from a humanitarian perspective - N. Chandrababu Naidu, Chief Minister"

Visakhapatnam, Oct 3

Heavy rains and floods in north coastal Andhra under the impact of a cyclonic storm which crossed Odisha coast early on Friday, claimed four lives.

Two persons died in Srikakulam district while one death each was reported from Visakhapatnam and Parvatipuram Manyam districts.

Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu, who reviewed the situation on Friday, announced Rs. 4 lakh compensation each for the families of the deceased.

The Chief Minister held a video conference with the Collectors of the districts in north coastal Andhra. He enquired about the situation in each district.

The officials told him that though the rains have receded, heavy flows in the rivers were continuing from upstream.

The Chief Minister directed officials to immediately restore the roads and electricity lines that were damaged due to rains and floods. He also asked them to assess the crop losses and support the affected people. He directed the officials to work swiftly from a humanitarian perspective to alleviate the hardships of the people.

Srikakulam District Collector Swapnil Dinakar told the Chief Minister that due to heavy rains in upstream Odisha, Nagavali and Vamsadhara rivers were receiving huge inflows.

The inflow at Gotta Barrage was 1.89 lakh cusecs while flood flow at Thotapalli was 44,000 cusecs.

Meanwhile, Home Minister V. Anitha also held a review meeting with the Collectors of Srikakulam, Manyam and Vizianagaram districts in view of the floods in Nagavali and Vamsadhara rivers.

She directed that control rooms in districts should function round-the-clock. She asked Collectors to take steps to prevent loss of lives and ensure that people do not face any hardships.

The Home Minister said the National Disaster Response Force (NDRF), State Disaster Response Force (SDRF), police and fire services departments should quickly undertake rescue and relief works.

She directed officials to send warning messages to people living in low-lying areas along Vamsadhara and Nagavali rivers.

She said that people, on receiving warning message from the Disaster Management Authority, should move to safe places.

For any assistance, people can contact toll free number 112 or 1070 or 18004250101.

- IANS

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Rohit P
My relatives in Srikakulam are safe but their crops are completely destroyed. The 4 lakh compensation is good for families who lost members, but what about farmers who lost their entire livelihood? Hope the crop loss assessment happens quickly.
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Sarah B
Good to see the government taking immediate action with video conferences and setting up control rooms. The toll-free numbers are helpful for people in distress. Hope the relief reaches everyone affected quickly.
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Arjun K
The river inflow numbers are really alarming - 1.89 lakh cusecs at Gotta Barrage! People in low-lying areas should definitely heed the warnings and move to safer places. Safety first, property can be recovered later.
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Michael C
While the government response seems adequate, I'm concerned about the coordination between different departments. NDRF, SDRF, police, fire services - hope they work together seamlessly to help people in this difficult time.
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Kavya N
Heartbreaking news. Four lives lost is too many. The compensation is necessary but cannot replace the loss. We need better early warning systems and evacuation plans for coastal communities. 🙏

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