The Indian Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a warning for Cyclone Michaung, which is expected to make landfall on the Andhra Pradesh coast between Nellore and Machilipatnam on December 5, 2023. The cyclone is likely to bring heavy rains and winds gusting up to 100 kilometers per hour to the coastal districts of Andhra Pradesh and Odisha.
Cyclone Michaung’s Track and Intensity
According to the IMD, Cyclone Michaung is currently located over the southwest Bay of Bengal and is moving west-northwestwards. It is expected to intensify into a cyclonic storm by December 3, 2023, and into a severe cyclonic storm by December 4, 2023.
Expected Impacts of Cyclone Michaung
- Heavy rains are likely to lash the coastal districts of Andhra Pradesh and Odisha from December 4, 2023, onwards.
- Wind speeds of up to 100 kilometers per hour are likely to batter the coastal districts of Andhra Pradesh and Odisha from December 5, 2023, onwards.
- Storm surges of up to two meters are likely to inundate low-lying areas of the Andhra Pradesh coast.
- The cyclone is likely to disrupt rail, road, and air traffic in the affected areas.
IMD’s Warning for Cyclone Michaung
The IMD has advised fishermen not to venture into the sea off the coasts of Andhra Pradesh and Odisha until December 5, 2023. The IMD has also advised people living in low-lying areas to move to safer places.
Authorities are taking steps to prepare for Cyclone Michaung
- The Andhra Pradesh government has set up control rooms in all coastal districts to monitor the situation and coordinate relief efforts.
- The National Disaster Response Force (NDRF) has deployed teams to the affected areas.
- The Indian Navy and Coast Guard are on standby to provide assistance.
Stay Updated with the Latest Information
Please stay updated with the latest information on Cyclone Michaung by following the IMD’s website and social media channels. You can also follow local news channels for updates.
