JCBs have been stationed in the hilly areas to ensure prompt removal of debris, the officer added.

Bhubaneswar, Odisha: Red Alert Ssued For Cyclone 'Montha' Latest News: Preparations are underway in Bhubaneswar, Odisha, as a red alert has been issued in the state due to Cyclone 'Montha', ANI reported, citing an official.

Eight districts have been placed under a red alert, and rescue teams have been deployed in all these districts, Chief Fire Officer Ramesh Chandra Majhi told ANI.

Majhi said, “The Odisha CM has directed everyone to ensure that no life is harmed. There are eight red alert districts, and 123 of our teams have been deployed in all these areas; all the equipment they need is available to them.

“Dewatering will take place in Bhubaneswar, Cuttack, and Brahmapur. A total of

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