- Cyclone Dana is the second cyclone to hit the Indian coast after the monsoon season.
- It followed Cyclone Fengl, which had already struck the Indian coast earlier in the 2024 monsoon season.
Impact of Cyclone Dana:
Ecological and Human Impact: Cyclone Dana affected the western coast, particularly the states of Gujarat, Maharashtra, and Karnataka, with heavy rainfall, storms, and strong winds. This caused concerns over flooding in coastal areas, damage to homes, and potential impacts on agricultural land.
Coastal Safety: The Indian Meteorological Department (IMD) issued alerts for coastal regions ahead of Cyclone Dana's arrival. In response, rescue and relief operations were intensified in these areas to mitigate the impact of the cyclone.
Cyclone Fengl and Dana:
Cyclone Fengl was the first to strike the Indian coast, causing widespread devastation near Odisha and the Bay of Bengal. Following that, Cyclone Dana made its impact on the Indian coast, becoming another powerful cyclone in the post-monsoon season.
