— UNICEF India (@UNICEFIndia) May 3, 2019 Early preparedness and evacuation saves lives Fani has been described as the strongest cyclone to hit the region since a similar system struck Odisha in 1999, resulting in at least 10,000 deaths. The cyclone, considered extremely severe, hit the eastern Indian states … Image Credit: ANI. Extremely Severe Cyclonic Storm Fani (/ ˈ f ɒ n iː /) was the strongest tropical cyclone to strike the Indian state of Odisha since the 1999 Odisha cyclone.The second named storm and the first severe cyclonic storm of the 2019 North Indian Ocean cyclone season, Fani originated from a tropical depression that formed west of Sumatra in the Indian Ocean on 26 April.
With Fani threatening devastation in India and Mozambique still reeling from Cyclone Idai, one of the worst tropical cyclones, UNICEF raised alarm about impact of climate change on children. It has already reached Khulna, in southwestern Bangladesh, early morning on 4 May 2019 and is now moving north- eastwards. UNICEF in Action Stories about UNICEF's work for children around the world How Good Menstrual Hygiene Keeps Girls Learning From the coronavirus pandemic to cultural taboos, period problems can get in the way of a girl’s brighter future. With Fani threatening devastation in India and Mozambique still reeling from Cyclone Idai, one of the worst tropical cyclones, UNICEF raised alarm about impact of climate change on children. New Delhi, May 15, 2019: UNICEF India has appealed for funds from the public to help millions of people, especially children, affected by the Cyclone Fani. This time, thankfully, early preparedness and evacuation minimized risks and casualties. Cyclone Fani made landfall on the east coast of India today. Media Advisory: Cyclone Fani A severe cyclonic storm, Fani, has begun to strike Bangladesh early hours of 4 May, bringing with it high winds and heavy rainfall. According to the Bangladesh Metrological Department, the severe cyclonic storm Fani has been moving north-northeast. In Odisha, 28 million people, including 10 million children, are in the path of Cyclone Fani, UNICEF said. As of 3 May the storm had weakened after making landfall in coastal Odisha in India.

By Matters India Reporter New Delhi, May 15, 2019: UNICEF India has appealed for funds from the public to help millions of people, especi Over ten million people in the country are expected to be affected 4 million children live in affected areas and … UNICEF has prepositioned emergency supplies to meet humanitarian needs of up to 100,000 people … UN agency praises India on minimising loss of life from Cyclone Fani The powerful cyclone, strongest to hit India in 20 years, made landfall at around 8 AM in India's eastern state of Odisha, killing at least eight people. By Matters India Reporter. On Thursday, May 2, maximum sustained winds reached 155 mph with gusts of up to 190 mph. 2 May 2019- UNICEF is concerned by the potential impact of Cyclone Fani and we are closely monitoring the situation with our government partners.
With Fani threatening devastation in India and Mozambique still reeling from Cyclone Idai, one of the worst tropical cyclones, UNICEF raised alarm about impact of climate change on children. Fani has been described as the strongest cyclone to hit the region since a similar system struck Odisha in 1999, resulting in at least 10,000 deaths. Unicef UK Media Team, 0207 375 6030, media@unicef.org.uk About Unicef Unicef is the world’s leading organisation for children, promoting the rights and wellbeing of every child, in everything we do.