Last 6 weeks of pregnancyCommon practice
Coastal Odisha: plan for a cyclone warning
If a warning comes in your last month, ask the ASHA to shift you to hospital early.
Why It Matters (Clinical Guidance)
- Before Cyclone Dana, Odisha moved pregnant women near their due date to hospitals; about 1,600 of them gave birth there.
- Don't wait for the wind. Roads close before landfall.
- Keep the MCP card, IDs, medicines and baby things in a waterproof bag. Skip this card if you live far from the coast.
Respectful Message for Elders & Family
Send on WhatsApp“Maa, if a cyclone warning comes before the baby is born, the ASHA will help shift me to the hospital early. Please help me go as soon as she calls.”
Primary Citation: OSDMA zero-casualty practice; Cyclone Dana (Oct 2024)
Last checked: October 2026 • Medical review panel forming