WB govt. gears up to face possible cyclone

‘Low-pressure area in Bay of Bengal very likely to intensify into cyclonic storm’

With a likely formation of a low-pressure area over north Andaman Sea and adjoining east central Bay of Bengal that can intensify into a cyclonic storm and approach the coast in the next few days, the West Bengal government on Thursday took several steps, including readying a cyclone shelter. In a communication issued by the Principal secretary, State Disaster Management Department, District Magistrates have been advised to cancel leaves and set up control rooms at districts and subdivisions. The order directed teams of civil defence and quick response teams to be kept ready.