India: Over 180,000 evacuated on east coast as massive cyclone hits

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A powerful cyclone with winds of 125 kilometers per hour struck India’s southeastern coast, prompting authorities to evacuate more than 180,000 people. Officials warned of localized flooding and damage to power and communications infrastructure, while Sri Lanka and Nepal also issued weather warnings.

A 125-kilometer-per-hour cyclone hit the southeastern coast of India on Wednesday, October 28, as authorities warned of localised flooding and the uprooting of power and communications poles. At least 180,000 people have been evacuated, while neighbouring Sri Lanka and Nepal have also issued weather warnings. Camille Corcoran reports.