10 key updates on 'severe' Cyclone Fani in just 1 minute

With extremely severe cyclonic storm Fani inching closer to Odisha, the state started evacuation of vulnerable population from low-lying areas in 13 districts to temporary shelters. “Fani will hit the Odisha coast Friday morning. Safety of people will be given highest priority. About 800,000 people are targeted to be evacuated and steps are being taken by the districts collectors accordingly,” Krupa Sindhu Mishra, spokesperson, SRC’s (Special Relief Commissioner) office, said.