Disasters5 Min Read gutenblogonJanuary 24, 2022 1977 Andhra Pradesh Cyclone India More than 500,000 people were left homeless, and thousands more sustained serious injuries.
Disasters5 Min Read gutenblogonFebruary 14, 2021 1991 Bangladesh Cyclone The cyclone that struck Bangladesh in 1991 was one of the deadliest storms in history, leaving behind unimaginable devastation.
Disasters6 Min Read gutenblogonOctober 23, 2020 1967 Paradip Cyclone India Vital industries were disrupted, and many people lost their jobs. The response from the government was slow, and relief efforts were inadequate.
Disasters6 Min Read gutenblogonApril 1, 2019 West Bengal Cyclone 1942 The lack of timely action from the authorities during the aftermath made the situation worse, extending the suffering of those affected and…
Disasters7 Min Read gutenblogonOctober 2, 2016 Coringa Cyclone This was not just a natural disaster but a catastrophic failure of colonial governance and disaster preparedness.
Disasters6 Min Read gutenblogonJanuary 21, 2009 Cyclone Nargis 2008 Myanmar When Cyclone Nargis made landfall on 2 May 2008, its 165 km/h (105 mph) winds and a storm surge exceeding 3.6 metres (12 feet) ravaged the…
Disasters6 Min Read gutenblogonNovember 14, 2008 1965 Bengal Cyclones The 1965 Bengal Cyclones claimed more than 10,000 lives and left many others severely injured.
Disasters14 Min Read gutenblogonApril 1, 2008 Calcutta Cyclone The Calcutta Cyclones of 1737 and 1864 left deep, lasting scars on the city’s landscape, economy, and psyche.
Disasters7 Min Read gutenblogonNovember 7, 2007 Great Backerganj Cyclone of 1876 Bengal Forming over the Bay of Bengal in late October, the cyclone gained terrifying strength as it surged towards land.
Disasters6 Min Read gutenblogonFebruary 23, 2005 1996 Andhra Pradesh Cyclone India The storm's winds toppled trees, power lines, and transportation systems, cutting off affected areas from assistance.