November 2, 2026: Cyclone Murasu strengthened into a severe cyclonic storm over the Bay of Bengal. Fears of landfall raising along the coastal areas of AP. The Indian Meteorological Department (IMD) said that Cyclone Murasu may make landfall between Nellore and Narasapur on the morning of November 3. Both Andhra Pradesh and Odisha have stepped up their preparations to deal with Cyclone Murasu. More than 20 flights have been cancelled due to the Cyclone Murasu threat.
As per IMD forecast, Cyclone Murasu may bring winds of 100 to 110 kmph when it makes landfall. And wind speeds during gusts may reach up to 120 kmph. Cyclone Murasu strengthened into a cyclonic storm over the west-central and southwest Bay of Bengal early Monday. And it is likely to move towards the northwest.
The IMD has also warned that Cyclone Murasu may become a Very Severe Cyclonic Storm before reaching the coast. However this is still a forecast.
Meanwhile, Odisha has speeded up the evacuation of people from areas due to the impact of Cyclone Murasu. State Disaster Management Minister Suresh Pujari said that a High Alert has been issued in five districts of Odisha. They are Ganjam, Gajapati, Rayagada, Koraput and Malkangiri.
More than 300 teams of the NDRF, ODRAF and Fire Services have been kept ready to deal with the situation. According to the IMD forecast, some areas of Gajapati and Ganjam may receive rainfall along with gusty winds of 40 to 50 kmph.
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