The tropical cyclonic storm will make landfall in Odisha, IndiaA tropical cyclonic storm categorized as very severe, brewing over the Bay of Bengal, is likely to strike Bangladesh by Friday evening, hitting Khulna and adjoining southwestern coastal districts, with the possibility of causing severe damages. Also Read- Bangladesh prepares for Fani as cyclonic storm draws nearKhulna and other districts in the country’s southwestern coastal region may start to experience the peripheral effect of Fani by the morning, the met office bulletin said. If it gets weakened, it will hit as a cyclone, but if it remains strong, it will be considered a very severe cyclonic storm. Weekly holiday has been cancelled for relevant officials in the coastal districts. Local authorities are also making announcements in loudspeakers to raise awareness in the coastal districts.

Source: Dhaka Tribune May 02, 2019 17:15 UTC