Modi to visit Vizag today:Cyclone Hudhud takes 24 lives

Cyclone HUDHUD’s Impact

Rescue operations were underway in Andhra Pradesh and Odisha on Monday after a severe cyclone pounded the eastern coast, leaving 24 people dead and a trail of destruction in its wake.Authorities worked to restore communication lines, removing trees and electric poles and were trying to get air and train services back on track after strong winds damaged railroads and the airport.

People queued up at petrol pumps and outside ATMs and stores to buy essential commodities such as milk, candles and kerosene.Relief teams were working round the clock to restore essential services by Tuesday, Visakhapatnam district collector N Yuvraj said.The government is using Facebook, Twitter and WhatsApp to reach out to people.