Ships moved, supplies in place as Odisha braces for cyclone Amphan

Port areas being cleared of personnel, six cyclone shelters with provision for dry rations activated, ambulance made available to meet exigencies.

Sensing torrential rains and gusty winds from the massive cyclonic storm Amphan, ports in Odisha are gearing up to meet any eventuality.

As a measure of precaution, Paradip Port Trust (PPT) has moved around 20 ships from anchorage areas to safer waters in the deep sea. The major port has forbidden any inward movement of ships from 18:00 hours of May 17. All operations are being wound up and the port area is being cleared of personnel. Barring a few employees needed for manning the critical areas, others will not be allowed inside the prohibited area, PPT said in a statement.

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