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Cyclone Montha Slams India's East Coast, Triggers Widespread Disruption
28 Oct
Summary
- Cyclone Montha intensifies into severe storm, impacts weather across India
- Expected to make landfall near Kakinada, Andhra Pradesh on October 28
- Heavy rainfall, thunderstorms, and gusty winds impact several states
As of October 29, 2025, Cyclone Montha has intensified into a severe cyclonic storm, significantly impacting weather conditions across large parts of India. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued alerts for several states, warning of heavy rainfall, thunderstorms, and gusty winds between October 28 and 30.
The cyclone is expected to make landfall near Kakinada on the Andhra Pradesh coast by Monday evening or night, with wind speeds reaching 90-100 kmph and gusting up to 110 kmph. Coastal districts in Andhra Pradesh, including Kakinada, Visakhapatnam, and Konaseema, are on high alert for heavy rainfall and strong winds.
The weather system has also triggered alerts in other states, such as Rajasthan, Uttar Pradesh, Maharashtra, Odisha, and West Bengal. These regions are likely to experience unseasonal rain, changing temperatures, and thunderstorms over the next few days. Authorities have advised residents to be prepared for potential disruptions to daily activities due to the impact of Cyclone Montha.
