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<ul><li>Cyclone Nisarga is expected to hit the Maharashtra coast with high wind speeds between 100 to 110 kmph — and they can go upto 120 kmph. </li><li>The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a ‘red’ alert for Mumbai, Thane and Palghar where the city police has imposed Section 144 of CrPC for the next 24 hours. </li></ul>The Maharashtra government on May 3 issued a list of do’s and don’ts to follow while dealing with cyclone Nisarga, which is expected to make a landfall in the afternoon near Alibaug near Mumbai today. Cyclone Nisarga is expected to hit the Maharashtra coast with high wind speeds between 100 to 110 kmph — and they can go upto 120 kmph. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a ‘red’ alert for Mumbai, Thane and Palghar where the city police <a href="https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/city/mumbai/cm-defers-reopening-by-2-days-sec-144-imposed-in-city-as-storm-surge-forecast/articleshow/76165159.cms">has imposed Section 144 of CrPC for the next 24 hours. </a> The storm is<a href="https://www.ndtv.com/india-news/cyclone-nisarga-nears-maharashtra-coast-eye-visible-on-radar-10-points-2239734"> likely to impact Mumbai, Thane and other coastal districts of </a>Maharashtra like Raigad and Palghar along with Valsad, Navsari, Surat, Bhavnagar and Bharuch districts of Gujarat and Union Territory of Dadra and Nagar Haveli and Daman and Diu. Here are the things you should keep in mind when the cyclone hits the coast: Do’s <ul><li>Loose things outside the house should be tied or moved indoors. </li><li>Seal important documents and jewellery in a plastic bag. </li><li>Regularly inspect battery operated as well as reserve power systems. </li><li>Pay attention to the official instructions on television and radio. </li><li>Charge emergency lights, phones, and power banks. </li><li>If you do not live in a mud house/hut, choose a part of the house as an emergency shelter and practice how all members of the house will use the space during the cyclone. </li><li>Keep an emergency kit ready. </li><li>Stay away from windows. Close some windows and keep some windows open so that the pressure is maintained. </li><li>Stay at the center of the room. Stay away from corners as debris often accumulates in corners. </li><li>Hide under strong furniture such as a stool or heavy table or desk, and hold it tight. </li><li>Use your hands to protect your head and neck. </li><li>Avoid large roof spaces such as auditorium and shopping malls. </li><li>If you find an open space and there is enough time, find the right shelter in the nearest pit or pasture. </li><li>Relocate to a predetermined or administration-determined location. </li><li>Disconnect the power supply of all non-emergency equipment and tools. </li><li>Store drinking water in a clean place (jugs, bottles etc). </li><li>Help people trapped or injured. Provide first aid, as needed. </li><li>Check for air leaks, if you smell gas or hear a leaking sound, immediately open the windows and exit the building. If possible, turn off the gas valve and report to the gas company. </li><li>Check for damage to electrical equipment, if you notice sparks, exposed wires, or burning smell of rubber, disconnect the main power supply and call an electrician. </li><li>Help those in need of special help like children, physically challenged, elderly, neighbours. </li><li>Fishermen should keep a radio set with extra batteries handy. </li><li>Fishermen should keep boats/rafts tied up in a safe place. </li></ul>Don’ts <ul><li>Do not spread or believe in rumours. </li><li>Do not attempt to drive or ride any vehicle during the cyclone. </li><li>Stay away from damaged buildings. </li><li>Do not move injured people unless it is absolutely safe to do so. It may cause more harm. </li><li>Do not allow oil and other flammable substances to spill. Clean them immediately. </li><li>Fishermen should not venture out in the sea. </li></ul> SEE ALSO: <a href="https://www.businessinsider.in/india/news/cyclone-nisarga-is-all-set-to-cross-maharashtra-and-gujarat-at-a-speed-of-110-kmph-mumbai-on-red-alert/slidelist/76168338.cms">Cyclone Nisarga is all set to cross Maharashtra and Gujarat at a speed of 110 kmph — Mumbai on ‘red’ alert</a> <a href="https://www.businessinsider.in/cyclone-fani-what-is-a-landfall/articleshow/69149542.cms">Here’s what a cyclone making ‘landfall’ means</a>

Cyclone Nisarga: These are the do’s and don’ts people should follow in Mumbai, Thane, Alibaug, Surat and other affected areas

New Delhi, <keyword id="10313645" type="UNKNOWN" weightage="20" keywordseo="cyclone-nivar">Cyclone Nivar</keyword> is currently hovering over southwest <keyword id="55869" type="PERSON" weightage="20" keywordseo="Bay-of-Bengal">Bay of Bengal</keyword> and is likely to intensify further into a "very severe" cyclonic <keyword id="43950" type="COMPANY" weightage="20" keywordseo="storm">storm</keyword> by 5.30 p.m., the MHA said on Wednesday. The cyclone is very likely to move west northwestwards and cross Tamil Nadu and Puducherry coasts between Karaikal and Mamallapuram around Puducherry during Wednesday midnight and early hours on Thursday as a very severe cyclonic storm with a wind speed of 120-130 kmph gusting to 145 kmph. Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) shared the information on Wednesday based on 11.30 a.m. report of <keyword id="10161038" type="COMPANY" weightage="20" keywordseo="the-cyclone-warning-division">the Cyclone Warning Division</keyword> of the India Meteorology Department (IMD). As per the latest report, the cyclone moved west-northwestwards with a speed of 11 kmph during past six hours and lay centred at 8.30 a.m. on Wednesday over <keyword id="10310481" type="LOCATION" weightage="20" keywordseo="southwest-bay">southwest Bay</keyword> of Bengal about 240 km east-southeast of Cuddalore, about 250 km east southeast of Puducherry and 300 km south southeast of Chennai. "It is very likely to intensify further into a very severe cyclonic storm during next six hours," the IMD release said around 11.30 a.m. Fairly widespread rainfall and thunderstorm activity is very likely over coastal and north interior Tamil Nadu, Puducherry and Karaikal, south coastal Andhra Pradesh and Rayalaseema during Wednesday and Thursday, and southeast Telangana during Thursday. Extremely isolated heavy rainfall activity is also very likely over coastal and north interior Tamil Nadu and Puducherry on Wednesday. Thanjavur, Tiruvarur, Nagapattinam, Cuddalore, Chennai, Kanchipuram, Chengalpattu, Myladuthirai, Ariyalur, Perambalur, Kallakurchi, Villupuram, Tiruvannamalai, Puducherry and Karaikal districts are to be affected. The cyclone will affect Nellore and Chittoor districts of Andhra Pradesh on Wednesday and move over Rayalaseema and southeast Telangana on Thursday. Gale wind speed reaching 105-115 kmph gusting to 130 kmph is prevailing over Southwest Bay of Bengal. It would further increase becoming 120-130 kmph gusting to 145 kmph during Wednesday afternoon to early hours on Thursday. Squally wind speed reaching 55-65 kmph gusting to 75 kmph is prevailing along and off Tamil Nadu, Puducherry and adjoining South Andhra Pradesh coast and over Gulf of Mannar. The wind will gradually increase and become gale wind speed reaching 120-130 kmph gusting to 145 kmph along and off coastal districts of north Tamil Nadu and Puducherry (Nagapattinam, Karaikal, Myladuthurai, Cuddalore, Puducherry, Villupuram and Chengalpattu) and 80-90 gusting to 100 kmph very likely over Tiruvarur, Kanchipuram, Chennai, Tiruvallur districts during Wednesday afternoon to early Thursday hours. Sea condition is very high over Southwest Bay of Bengal and very rough to high along and off Tamil Nadu, Puducherry, south Andhra Pradesh coasts and over Gulf of Mannar. It would gradually become phenomenal over Southwest Bay of Bengal and along and off north Tamil Nadu, Puducherry coasts during Wednesday afternoon and early hours on Thursday. Tidal wave of about 1-1.5m height above the astronomical tide is very likely to inundate the low-lying areas of north coastal districts of Tamil Nadu and Puducherry near the place of landfall. Damage expected over Nagapattinam, Myladuthurai, Cuddalore, Villupuram and Chengalpattu districts of Tamil Nadu and Karaikal and Puducherry. Potential threat from flying objects. The cyclone will lead to disruption of railways, overhead powerlines and signalling systems. There are expectations of widespread damage to standing crops, plantations and orchards. "Small boats, country crafts may get detached from moorings. Visibility may be severely affected," warns IMD, suggesting "total suspension of fishing operations and mobilise evacuation from coastal areas." It was advised to move coastal hutment dwellers to safer places. The IMD advised people in affected areas to remain in safe places and indoors, warning that movement in motor boats and small ships is unsafe. In view of the current Covid-19 scenario, the MHA said that the NDRF teams are equipped with appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE). "NDRF is working in close coordination with district and local administrations. Awareness programmes are being conducted for all citizens in the form of information about cyclones, 'Dos and Don'ts' and information about Covid-19 in affected areas and prevention measures." All deployed teams are assisting the local administration in evacuation of people from areas that are likely to be affected by the cyclone, said the Ministry. --IANS rak/in

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