Severe cyclonic storm Montha weakened into a cyclonic storm after making landfall on the Andhra Pradesh and Yanan coasts between Machilipatnam and Kalingapatnam in the early hours of Wednesday, according to the India Meteorological Department (IMD). Extensive rainfall and powerful winds battered coastal areas, uprooting trees and disrupting power supplies across multiple districts. Advertisement

The weakening of the storm brings some relief, yet substantial rainfall and the risk of flooding remain a concern for affected regions. The IMD's assessment indicates the system will continue to impact areas with heavy rain as it moves inland, affecting not only Andhra Pradesh but neighbouring states as well. Authorities remain vigilant, with emergency protocols in place and ongoing efforts to re

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