Cyclonic Storm Murasu Upgraded to Severe Status on November 2
Cyclonic Storm Murasu has intensified into a Severe Cyclonic Storm, impacting the Bay of Bengal region.
Murasu intensified into a Severe Cyclonic Storm early on November 2.
The storm is located approximately 260 km from Chennai and is expected to move northwest.
Heavy rainfall warnings have been issued for multiple districts in Andhra Pradesh.
In the early hours of November 2, Cyclonic Storm Murasu escalated into a Severe Cyclonic Storm over the West Central and Southwest Bay of Bengal. According to the India Meteorological Department (IMD), at 2:30 a.m., the storm was positioned about 260 kilometers east-northeast of Chennai and 290 kilometers east-southeast of Nellore.
The IMD forecasts that Murasu will likely continue its northwestward trajectory, with expectations of making landfall along the southern Andhra Pradesh coast near Ongole. Wind speeds are anticipated to range between 100 to 110 kilometers per hour, with gusts potentially reaching up to 120 kilometers per hour.
As of 6 a.m., rainfall activity has commenced in various parts of Andhra Pradesh. The IMD has issued an alert for extremely heavy rainfall in five districts: Eluru, Krishna, Guntur, Bapatla, and SPSR Nellore. Additionally, very heavy rainfall is predicted for the districts of NTR, Eluru, East and West Godavari, Palnadu, Chittoor, and Tirupati throughout the day.
The impact of Cyclonic Storm Murasu is expected to be significant, with authorities urging residents in affected areas to remain vigilant. The storm's trajectory and intensity could lead to flooding and other weather-related hazards, prompting local governments to prepare for emergency responses.
Looking ahead, meteorologists will continue to monitor Murasu's development closely. Residents in the coastal regions are advised to stay updated on weather forecasts and heed any warnings issued by local authorities as the storm approaches landfall.
