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Andhra Pradesh Braces for Cyclone Murasu: Heavy Rains Expected
1 Nov
Summary
- Cyclone Murasu has intensified, threatening coastal Andhra Pradesh with high winds.
- Heavy to extremely heavy rainfall is predicted for coastal Andhra and Rayalaseema regions.
- Multiple districts are under red, orange, and yellow alerts for heavy rainfall on November 2-3.
The deep depression over the southwest Bay of Bengal has intensified into cyclonic storm Murasu as of Sunday morning. The system is projected to strengthen further into a severe cyclonic storm by Monday, November 2nd.
Landfall is anticipated on the south Andhra Pradesh coast between Nellore and Narsapur by Tuesday morning, November 3rd, with wind speeds reaching 100-110 kmph, gusting up to 120 kmph. This intensification poses a significant threat to the region.
Coastal Andhra Pradesh and Rayalaseema are bracing for heavy to extremely heavy rainfall on Monday and Tuesday. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a red alert for five districts, including Krishna and Guntur, warning of severe weather conditions.
