Sitrang is coming. Terrible storm. According to the warning of the Meteorological Department, Cyclone Sitrang may hit Bangladesh on October 25. This storm will enter Bangladesh through the Sundarbans area. Meanwhile, the weather in Bengal has started to change since Sunday. The sky has been overcast since Sunday evening. On the other hand, according to the Meteorological Department, there may be rain and gusty winds from Monday. Mon and tuesday stormy rain will start.
Meanwhile, Kolkata had partly cloudy skies on Sunday. However, the sky may become more cloudy from Monday. But mainly the Sundarbans coastal area is likely to have the most impact of the storm. Scattered rain is likely over different parts of Bengal. All in all, Kali Puja's founders are worried. In many places open-air entertainments are organized. Will it be possible if it rains?
Widespread alert has been issued in Sundarbans area. The administration is cautious to avoid any major danger in the low-lying areas of Sundarbans. Mikeing is being done in the area. Locals are being evacuated to safe places. Those who have gone out to fish in the deep sea are advised to return.
Meanwhile, many people go to Sundarbans during this time. But tourists can get into trouble due to the cyclone. Therefore, from the next 24th, no tourist will be able to enter any tourist center in Sundarbans and adjacent areas. The administration is taking this initiative as a precautionary measure. Many rivers of Sundarbans may be overflowing due to cyclone. Therefore, the ferry service is being stopped for the time being. This special step is to prevent boat sinking.