India evacuates tens of thousands as cyclone Montha gains strength
Summary
India evacuated 50,000 people to relief camps ahead of Cyclone Montha hitting the east coast, with strong winds and heavy rains forecast in Andhra Pradesh and Odisha.
Key Points
- India evacuated 50,000 people to relief camps ahead of Cyclone Montha.
- Holidays were cancelled and schools closed in Andhra Pradesh and Odisha due to the cyclone threat.
- Cyclone Montha is expected to turn severe by Tuesday and hit Andhra Pradesh east coast.
- Nepal authorities warned of rain and snowfall with recent floods killing 53 people this month.
