World Alert: Potent, deadly cyclone batters India and Bangladesh, forcing millions to evacuate

One of the most powerful cyclones in decades slammed into low-lying coastal areas in the Bay of Bengal, marking its path with destruction. The storm snapped power lines, blew roofs off buildings, destroyed crops and uprooted trees. Nearly 3 million people evacuated their homes and moved to shelters before the storm made landfall — heightening concerns about the spread of the novel coronavirus. Millions were left without power, and at least 14 deaths were reported.

Democracy Dies in Darkness     World Alert May 20, 3:52 PM     Potent, deadly cyclone batters India and Bangladesh, forcing millions to evacuate One of the most powerful cyclones in decades slammed into low-lying coastal areas in the Bay of Bengal, marking its path with destruction. The storm snapped power lines, blew roofs off buildings, destroyed crops and uprooted trees. Nearly 3 million people evacuated their homes and moved to shelters before the storm made landfall — heightening concerns about the spread of the novel coronavirus. Millions were left without power, and at least 14 deaths were reported. Read more » Advertisement You received this email because you signed up for news alerts from The Washington Post. Manage my newsletters and alerts | Unsubscribe Privacy Policy | Help ©2020 The Washington Post, 1301 K St NW, Washington DC 20071