Question

What was the extent of destruction caused by the super cyclone of Orissa?

Answer 1

The super cyclone caused huge destruction in Orissa and destroyed property and standing crops. The high velocity wind uprooted trees, electric poles and telephone poles that hindered normal life, including transport, communication and electricity supply of the state. The cyclone was accompanied by heavy rainfall that, in turn, brought about the flooding of low-lying areas of the state. Thousands of lives were taken away and millions were left homeless. This way, the super cyclone took heavy toll on the day-to-day functioning of the state.