Archive · 29 Oct 2025
Cyclone Montha Impact: Fire Department Rescues 6, Responds to 194 Distress Calls in AP
A big storm named Cyclone Montha caused a lot of trouble in Andhra Pradesh.
The brave firefighters worked hard to help people.
They saved six people who were stuck in the water.
They also received many calls for help, almost 200!
The strong winds from the storm knocked down many trees, and the firefighters cleared over 200 of them.
They also used pumps to remove flood water from homes and streets in some areas to make it safer for everyone.
Many of the calls came from places like Visakhapatnam and Kakinada.
Andhra Pradesh Fire Department rescued 6 people from floodwaters in East Godavari and Palnadu districts.
The department responded to 194 distress calls across the state following Cyclone Montha's impact.
Visakhapatnam, Kakinada, and Krishna districts received the highest number of distress calls.
Firefighters cleared a total of 233 uprooted trees across the state due to strong winds.
Flood water was pumped out from multiple locations in Kakinada, Visakhapatnam, and Srikakulam districts.
- Who
- Andhra Pradesh State Disaster Response and Fire Services department personnel
- What
- Rescued 6 people from flood waters, responded to 194 distress calls, cleared 233 uprooted trees, and pumped out flood water from various locations.
- When
- Since Tuesday, following the impact of Cyclone Montha
- Where
- Across Andhra Pradesh, with significant activity in East Godavari, Palnadu, Visakhapatnam, Kakinada, Krishna, and Srikakulam districts.
- Why
- To assist citizens affected by the impact of Cyclone Montha, including flood waters and fallen trees.
- Cyclone Name
- Montha
- Location
- Andhra Pradesh (East Godavari, Palnadu, Visakhapatnam, Kakinada, Krishna, Srikakulam)
- Key Actions
- Rescue of 6 persons from flood water, clearing of 233 uprooted trees, pumping out flood water at 8 locations.
- Distress Calls Received
- 194 since Tuesday
- Most Affected Districts (by calls)
- Visakhapatnam (45), Kakinada (42), Krishna (40)
Sources
Cyclone Montha to bring heavy rain across Bengal from Tuesday: IMD
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