Archive · 29 Oct 2025
Cyclone Montha Weakens, Triggers Relief Efforts and Yellow Alerts
A big storm named Montha hit the coast of India, bringing strong winds and lots of rain.
Sadly, one person died, and others were hurt.
The storm lost some of its power after hitting the land.
Because of the storm's leftover effects, cities like Hyderabad and parts of West Bengal are expecting more rain and windy weather.
Government officials are working to help people who were affected by the storm.
They are also giving out free food and supplies to families who need them.
Some areas had power outages due to fallen trees and poles.
Cyclone Montha weakened to a cyclonic storm after making landfall on the Andhra Pradesh coast near Kakinada.
Heavy rains, strong winds up to 100 km/h, and significant crop damage were reported across Andhra Pradesh.
At least one person died, and two were injured due to the storm's impact.
Authorities have initiated relief measures, including the free distribution of essential commodities to affected families in Andhra Pradesh.
Hyderabad and parts of West Bengal are under yellow alerts for thunderstorms and gusty winds, while Rajasthan also issued yellow alerts.
- Who
- Residents of Andhra Pradesh, Telangana, West Bengal, and Rajasthan; Deputy Chief Minister Pawan Kalyan; government officials.
- What
- Cyclone Montha weakened after making landfall on the Andhra Pradesh coast, causing heavy rain, strong winds, and damage. Authorities issued alerts and initiated relief measures, including the free distribution of essential commodities.
- When
- Landfall occurred on Tuesday evening/Wednesday midnight. Alerts and relief efforts are ongoing.
- Where
- Primarily coastal Andhra Pradesh, with impacts felt in Telangana, parts of West Bengal, and Rajasthan. Hyderabad is under a yellow alert.
- Why
- The weakening of Cyclone Montha after landfall and its subsequent weather patterns brought rainfall and strong winds to various regions, necessitating warnings and relief operations.
- Cyclone Name
- Montha
- Landfall Location
- Andhra Pradesh coast, near Kakinada
- Landfall Time
- Tuesday evening/Wednesday midnight
- Impact
- Heavy rain, winds up to 100 km/h, uprooted trees, damaged power lines, crop damage, waterlogging
- Fatalities
- At least one death reported
- Injuries
- Two serious injuries reported
- Relief Measures
- Free distribution of essential commodities (rice, dal, oil, onions, potatoes, sugar) to affected families
- Alerts Issued
- Yellow alert for Hyderabad, parts of South Bengal; Red alert in some AP districts earlier
Sources
Heavy Rains to Lash Hyderabad and Telangana Districts Tonight
HudHud Was Most Devastating Cyclone for AP in 50 Years
Cyclone-Induced Rains Hit Telangana
Cyclone Montha Makes Landfall: IMD forecasts heavy rains in TG
Hyderabad Under Yellow Alert as Cyclone Montha Weakens: How Long Will City See Strong Winds, Thunderstorms?
Cyclone Montha Weakens, Heavy Rains Expected in Andhra Pradesh
IMD issues yellow alert for heavy rain in 23 Raj districts
Pawan Kalyan directs officials to take relief measures on war footing amid rains
Cyclone 'Montha' weakens after landfall in Andhra Pradesh; One dead, several moved to shelters
Cyclone Montha makes landfall in Andhra Pradesh: One killed, power lines snapped, crops damaged
AP Govt Orders Free Distribution of Essential Commodities in Montha Cyclone-Hit Areas
Montha Impact: Heavy Rains Batter Telangana
