Cyclone Murasu: Severe Cyclonic Storm to Hit Andhra Pradesh Coast Tonight With Winds Up to 120 kmph, Heavy Rain Alert for Tamil Nadu, Odisha and Telangana
Cyclone Murasu, which formed over the Bay of Bengal, has intensified into a Severe Cyclonic Storm. According to the India Meteorological Department (IMD), it is likely to cross the Andhra Pradesh coast between Nellore and Narsapur, close to Ongole, between 11:30 pm on 2 November and 4 am on 3 November. Sustained winds of 100-110 kmph, gusting to 120 kmph, are expected. Andhra Pradesh, Tamil Nadu and Odisha are on high alert.
Where Is Cyclone Murasu Now
| City | Distance (2 Nov, 2:30 am) |
|---|---|
| Chennai | About 260 km (ENE) |
| Nellore | About 290 km |
| Machilipatnam | About 320 km |
| Ongole | About 330 km |
| Visakhapatnam | About 470 km |
The storm is moving north-west at about 20 kmph.
States on Alert and Heavy Rain Forecast
- Andhra Pradesh: Heavy to extremely heavy rain in south and central coastal districts, with heavy rain across many areas on 3-4 November. Chief Minister Chandrababu Naidu reviewed preparedness.
- Tamil Nadu: Heavy to very heavy rain in Chennai and Tiruvallur; schools and colleges in both districts closed on 2 November.
- Odisha: Rain from 2 November, intensifying on 3 November and continuing until 4 November.
- Telangana: Orange alert for Khammam, Nalgonda, Suryapet, Mahabubnagar, Nagarkurnool and Wanaparthy; yellow alert for Hyderabad and nearby districts.
- Andaman and Nicobar Islands: Weather impact expected.
Meaning of the Name Murasu
The name "Murasu" was contributed by India. In Tamil, murasu is a traditional drum. Cyclones in the North Indian Ocean are named in turn from a list submitted by countries of the region.
Cyclone Safety: Do's and Don'ts
- People in coastal areas should follow official instructions and move to safe shelters if asked.
- Stay away from beaches, rivers and drains; fishermen should not venture into the sea.
- Keep phones charged and keep a torch, drinking water and essential medicines ready.
- Stay away from trees, electric poles and weak buildings.
- Ignore rumours and rely only on IMD and official administration updates.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Where will Cyclone Murasu make landfall?
According to IMD, between Nellore and Narsapur, close to Ongole on the Andhra Pradesh coast, on the night of 2-3 November.
What will the wind speed be?
100-110 kmph, gusting up to 120 kmph.
Which states will be affected?
Andhra Pradesh, Tamil Nadu, Odisha, Telangana and the Andaman and Nicobar Islands.
Note: This story has been written in our own words by the Emitrawala.com team, based on publicly available match/weather information and trusted news reports. Figures are as of the time of writing. For the latest official weather updates, visit mausam.imd.gov.in.
