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Key Points

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Storm made landfall between Kalingapatnam and Polaki around midnight.

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Maximum sustained winds were 55‑65 kilometers per hour, with gusts up to 75 kilometers per hour.

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Rainfall exceeded 100 millimetres in 80 locations within a day.

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Five State Disaster Response Force teams and four National Disaster Response Force teams were deployed for rescue and relief.

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Schools in several districts were closed, and officials set up toll‑free helplines for assistance.

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Summary

The heaviest rain fell in districts such as Srikakulam, Vizianagaram, Visakhapatnam and Anakapalli, causing flooding in low‑lying areas and disrupting traffic.

The Andhra Pradesh State Disaster Management Authority activated rescue teams from the National and State Disaster Response Forces and announced holidays for schools in the affected districts.

Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu conducted a teleconference with district collectors to monitor the situation and ensure supplies of water, food, medicine and electricity.

Residents have been advised to stay vigilant for the next 48 hours and be prepared for possible flash floods.

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New Words to Learn

6 words
deep depression
a very strong storm with low air pressure that brings heavy rain and wind
landfall
when a storm reaches the land after moving over the sea
gusts
short bursts of faster wind
flash floods
sudden, fast‑rising floods that happen after heavy rain
toll‑free helplines
phone numbers you can call for help without paying
collectors
government officials who manage a district’s administration
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