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Cyclone Ramal has reached the coastal area of Bangladesh. At least seven people have died. Apart from this, lakhs of people are left without electricity. Ramal hit the coast and winds are blowing at a speed of 120 kilometers per hour. Due to which many villages have been submerged.
According to the Meteorological Department, Ramal weakened slightly on Monday morning and the wind speed was recorded at 80 to 90 km per hour. The cyclone hit the coast of Bangladesh on Sunday midnight.
Formation of first cyclone in the Indian Ocean before the monsoon season
According to the Meteorological Department, heavy rains occurred due to the eastern cyclone Ram which came from Sagar Island on Monday morning. However, Ramal started weakening as the cyclone came closer. Cyclone Ramal is the first cyclonic storm to arise in the Bay of Bengal before this year's monsoon season. The monsoon season lasts from June to September. The naming system for cyclones in the Indian Ocean region is World Meteorological Organization Anusan. Oman's cyclone is named Ramal, which is Arabic for sand. The cyclonic storm was accompanied by strong winds and heavy rains. Its effect was seen in areas like Chittagong, Barisal, Patuakhali, Sarakhira of Bangladesh.
The man got stressed in the heavy rain
A man returning home to shelter his sister and aunt in Patuakhali area of Bangladesh was swept away by the strong currents caused by the storm. Another person died after falling while running during the storm in Satkhira. According to information, five people have died in Barisal, Bhola and Chattogram. A trawler overturned in Mongla, leaving two people missing, including a child. According to a BD News report, the Rural Electricity Authority has cut off the power connections of 1.5 crore houses in coastal areas to minimize the damage caused by 'Remal'. In addition, power cuts continued for more than 12 hours in some areas, although power workers will prepare to restore power after the storm subsides.