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Cyclone Murasu approaches Andhra Pradesh coast; second major storm in days

A new cyclonic storm intensifies over the Bay of Bengal just after Cyclone Arnab, with landfall expected November 2–3.

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What to know

  • Cyclone Murasu is intensifying over the Bay of Bengal and expected to make landfall on the Andhra Pradesh coast November 2–3 with wind speeds of 100–110 km/h gusting to 120 km/h.
  • This is the second major cyclone in days: Cyclone Arnab struck Andhra Pradesh and Odisha on October 28, leaving 1.18 lakh people in need of relief in Odisha alone.
  • Andhra Pradesh, Odisha, and Tamil Nadu have issued red and high alerts; coastal districts face very heavy rainfall and potential damage to power infrastructure affecting 15,000+ electricity poles.
  • State and district officials are preparing evacuations from vulnerable areas and coordinating rescue operations, with the Chief Minister directing four-hourly updates and telecom coordination to prevent network disruptions.

N Chandrababu NaiduN Chandrababu Naidu Andhra Pradesh Chief MinisterIndia Meteorological Department (IMD) National weather agencyOdisha State Disaster Management Regional emergency response authority

Cyclone Murasu approaches Andhra Pradesh coast; second major storm in days
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  1. 3

    Odisha sounds high alert; 1.18 lakh people affected by prior Cyclone Arnab still in relief phase

    Odisha has sounded high alert in southern districts including Ganjam, which was severely affected by Cyclone Arnab on October 28. The state is managing relief and restoration for 1.18 lakh people impacted by Arnab while preparing for Murasu's arrival.

    “Another cyclone is approaching Andhra Pradesh and officials must remain fully prepared to undertake relief and rescue operations, as a severe cyclonic storm is expected to cross the coast near Bapatla on the morning of November 3.”
    — N Chandrababu Naidu, Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister · source
    1. 6 outlets Cyclone Murasu: Schools and colleges in Chennai, Tiruvallur closed on Nov 2 amid orange alert

      first by DT Next, 7d ago · also The Hindu, Telegraph India, India Today, The New Indian Express, INSIGHTS IAS

      7 more headlines
    2. 2 outlets Cyclone Murasu: Odisha Government evacuates people from vulnerable areas

      first by The Hindu National, 6d ago · also The Hindu

    1 more claim →
    • Mathrubhumi_English@mastodon.social

      Severe cyclonic storm Murasu has struck Andhra Pradesh, leaving two dead, uprooting trees, and causing extensive damage to power infrastructure and crops across 15 districts. Thousands have been moved to relief camps as rescue operations continue. https:// english.mathrubhumi.com/news/i…

      Mathrubhumi_English@mastodon.socialMastodon4d agoview on Mastodon ↗
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    • Mathrubhumi_English@mastodon.social

      Cyclone Murasu's eye has crossed the Andhra Pradesh coast near Ongole, bringing dangerous gale-force winds up to 120 kmph and heavy rain alerts across coastal districts. https:// english.mathrubhumi.com/news/i ndia/severe-cyclone-murasu-eye-hits-andhra-coast-heavy-rain-winds-lash-ongole-watch-qewi40sb?utm_source=dlvr.it&utm_medium=mastodon #…

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    • Mathrubhumi_English@mastodon.social

      Andhra Pradesh prepares for Cyclone Murasu's landfall, while Odisha steps up evacuations and Tamil Nadu issues a rainfall alert. Check the latest updates. https:// english.mathrubhumi.com/news/i ndia/cyclone-murasu-approaches-andhra-coast-odisha-tamil-nadu-issue-alerts-isrmvryb?utm_source=dlvr.it&utm_medium=mastodon # CycloneAlert # AndhraPradesh…

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  2. background

    Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister directs officials to prepare rescue and relief operations — Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu directed state officials to ensure adequate personnel and equipment for rescue operations, prepare timelines for power restoration, issue cyclone bulletins every four hours, and coordinate with telecom operators to prevent network disruptions, recalling problems during Cyclone Arnab.

  3. background

    IMD forecasts severe cyclonic storm with heavy rainfall across coastal states — The India Meteorological Department forecast that Cyclone Murasu will intensify into a severe cyclonic storm before landfall. Andhra Pradesh and Rayalaseema are predicted to receive very heavy rainfall on November 2–3, while southern Odisha expects heavy rain on November 3–4, and Tamil Nadu may see moderate rainfall from November 1–3.

  4. 2

    Cyclone Murasu intensifies; landfall expected November 2–3 near Andhra Pradesh coast

    The cyclonic storm intensified over the Bay of Bengal and is forecast to cross the Andhra Pradesh coast near Machilipatnam between November 2 and November 3, with wind speeds of 100–110 km/h gusting to 120 km/h.

    1. 7 outlets first by NDTV, 7d ago · also Times of India, Anadolu Agency, Indian Express, The Hindu, Deutsche Welle EN, Al Jazeera · read ↗

    2. 6 outlets first by The New Indian Express, 7d ago · also Deccan Herald, The Hindu, Rediff, Telegraph India, News On AIR · read ↗

    5 more claims →
  5. 1

    Weather depression forms over Bay of Bengal; forecast to intensify into cyclonic storm

    The India Meteorological Department announced that a weather depression has formed over the Bay of Bengal and is forecast to intensify into a cyclonic storm by November 1, which will be named Cyclone Murasu.

    “Rooted in Tamil, 'Murasu' refers to a traditional percussion drum and ancient musical instrument. In ancient times, this drum served a vital social role, used specifically for disseminating public information and announcements across villages and kingdoms.”
    — India Meteorological Department, National weather agency · source
    1. 8 outlets ‘Murasu’ strengthens into Severe Cyclonic Storm

      first by The Hindu, 6d ago · also Hindustan Times, NDTV, Indian Express, BusinessLine, ThePrint, News On AIR +1

      9 more headlines
    • Mathrubhumi_English@mastodon.social

      The name 'Murasu' was contributed by India to the regional cyclone naming list. https:// english.mathrubhumi.com/news/i ndia/cyclone-murasu-why-is-it-named-so-where-may-it-make-landfall-and-what-is-the-impact-explainer-mz7s5miu?utm_source=dlvr.it&utm_medium=mastodon # CycloneMurasu # Odisha # AndhraPradesh # tamilnadu # WeatherUpdate

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  1. 5 outlets Chennai, Vijayawada hit by flight cancellations as Cyclone Murasu approaches; Andhra Pradesh on high alert ahead of midnight landfall

    first by The Times of India, 7d ago · also Rediff, The Hindu, Times of India, Telegraph India

    5 more headlines
  2. 2 outlets Cyclone Murasu LIVE update: Orange alert in six Telangana districts, yellow alert in five; holiday announced for schools, colleges in T.N., A.P. districts

    first by The Hindu National, 6d ago · also The Hindu

    3 more headlines
  3. 2 outlets Public urged to stay alert as cyclone Murasu set to hit Nellore, Prakasam districts

    first by The Hindu National, 7d ago · also The Hindu

    2 more headlines
  4. 2 outlets After Arnab, Cyclone Murasu to hit east coast: Rainfall in parts of Tamil Nadu, orange alert in Chennai, landfall to happen close to Andhra

    first by Deccan Herald, 6d ago · also The Hindu

    1 more headline
  5. 1 outlet Cyclone Murasu Nov. 3 | Red alert lifted from two Telangana districts; now sounded for Suryapet, Khammam and Bhadradri

    first by The Hindu, 5d ago

    2 more headlines
  6. 1 outlet Cyclone Murasu LIVE update: Orange alert in six Telangana districts, yellow alert in five; holidays announced for school in T.N. districts

    first by The Hindu, 7d ago

    1 more headline

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