Cyclone Murasu (2026): Severe Cyclonic Storm, Landfall in Andhra Pradesh, IMD Warnings, Disaster Preparedness and Current Status
3 November 2026
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Cyclone Murasu (2026): Severe Cyclonic Storm, Landfall in Andhra Pradesh, IMD Warnings, Disaster Preparedness and Current Status
1. Background and Formation
- Cyclone Murasu originated from a low-pressure system over the Andaman Sea and developed into a cyclonic storm on 1 November 2026.
- It intensified into a Severe Cyclonic Storm on 2 November over the Bay of Bengal.
- The name Murasu, contributed by India, means a traditional drum in Tamil.
2. Landfall and Intensity
- According to the India Meteorological Department (IMD), Murasu made landfall near Ongole, Andhra Pradesh, on 3 November 2026, between approximately 3:30 AM and 5:30 AM.
- Sustained winds reached 100–110 km/h, gusting to 120 km/h.
- Heavy rainfall, strong winds and coastal flooding threatened vulnerable settlements.
3. Affected Regions
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Cyclone Murasu 2026 made landfall near Ongole, Andhra Pradesh as a Severe Cyclonic Storm. Know IMD warnings, NDRF response, impact and disaster preparedness lessons.
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