Cyclone Murasu impacts coastal Andhra Pradesh and Tamil Nadu
The latest in this situation
- Authorities in Andhra Pradesh issued high alerts for Guntur, Nellore, and Tirupati as Cyclone Murasu approaches.
- Met Office reported Murasu intensification, advising fishing boats in North Bay.
- IMD is tracking rainfall activity in Andhra Pradesh, where Srikakulam recorded surplus rainfall.
- Cyclone Murasu is forecast to bring moderate rainfall to Tamil Nadu and heavy rain to Andhra Pradesh.
How it started
IMD Forecasts Trough System and Cyclone Murasu Impacting Coastal India
What happened
The India Meteorological Department issued forecasts noting a trough system affecting coastal regions of Andhra Pradesh and Tamil Nadu. The Meteorological Centre, Amaravati, reported that between October 1 and 16, Andhra Pradesh received only 18.1 mm of rain, a 79 per cent deficit against the normal amount. The Cyclone Warning Centre warned of heavy rainfall in several districts of Andhra Pradesh due to an upper-air cyclonic circulation over the south coastal region.
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Why it matters
The incoming northeast monsoon and cyclonic circulation are expected to bring wet spells to the region. The severe rainfall deficit reported in Andhra Pradesh highlights ongoing agricultural stress, while the heavy rainfall warnings necessitate operational adjustments for infrastructure and transport in both states.
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Who's involved
- India Meteorological DepartmentMeteorological agency providing forecasts and advisories for the region.
- Andhra PradeshState experiencing significant rainfall deficits and heavy rainfall warnings.
- Tamil NaduState receiving forecasts for moderate rainfall from the approaching weather system.
Who could feel it
Possible knock-on effectsThese are possibilities Brind reasoned out, not predictions, and not advice. Most are not stated in any report.
The Andhra Pradesh State Road Transport Corporation might face operational disruption and increased costs due to rain and waterlogging.
Possible ripples
Who this could reach next, traced step by step from the reporting. Possibilities worth considering, not forecasts.- Heavy rain and high winds may affect VisakhapatnamHeavy rainfall and high winds could disrupt operations in Visakhapatnam.Likely
- Heavy rain and winds may disrupt Andhra Pradesh bus servicesOperational disruptions and increased costs may affect the Andhra Pradesh State Road Transport Corporation.Likely
- Government of Tamil Nadu may activate protocols amid trough system rainGovernment of Tamil Nadu may need to activate disaster protocols due to trough system rainLikely
- Coastal weather warnings may increase NDRF operational readiness in Andhra PradeshThe National Disaster Response Force may face increased operational demands due to coastal weather warningsPossible
How it developed
Newest first. Tap a step to see who reported it.- IMD is tracking rainfall activity in Andhra Pradesh, where Srikakulam recorded surplus rainfall.Sub-event
- Cyclone Murasu is forecast to bring moderate rainfall to Tamil Nadu and heavy rain to Andhra Pradesh.Sub-event
- Traditional forecasting methods were refined in the region of Andhra Pradesh.Sub-event
IMD provided weather forecasts for the coastal regions, noting a trough system affecting AP and TN.1 source
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The entities involved
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India Meteorological Department
meteorological agency of the Government of India
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Andhra Pradesh
state in South India, India
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Tamil Nadu
state of India
Related events
- The India Meteorological Department is providing advisories regarding current weather patterns and alerts for Andhra Pradesh.
- A weather system is forecast to bring heavy rain to multiple southern states, including Andhra Pradesh, Tamil Nadu, Karnataka, Kerala, and Telangana.
- The India Meteorological Department is predicting weather conditions for the region including Delhi, Uttar Pradesh, and Haryana.
- IMD forecasts heavy rainfall across Andhra Pradesh due to weather systems influenced by Tamil Nadu and Kerala.
- Both Andhra Pradesh and Haryana are currently affected by weather systems.