Andhra Pradesh braces for Cyclone Murasu landfall with 120 kmph winds
The state government has deployed NDRF and SDRF teams as the storm is expected to hit the coast by November 3.
Andhra Pradesh is preparing for the impact of Cyclonic Storm Murasu, which is expected to make landfall along the southern coast between the night of November 2 and the early hours of November 3, according to The Times of India.
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) forecast that the system will likely intensify into a severe cyclonic storm on Monday. The storm is expected to bring sustained winds of 100-110 kmph, with gusts potentially reaching 120 kmph.
The IMD has issued red alerts for Krishna, Guntur, Bapatla, Prakasam, and Nellore districts for November 2, warning of extremely heavy rainfall. Seven other districts are under orange alerts for heavy to very heavy rain.
Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu has reviewed emergency response arrangements and cancelled a scheduled visit to Delhi on Monday. The state government has identified shelters for vulnerable residents and deployed NDRF, SDRF, and fire department teams to affected areas.
Fishermen have been advised not to venture into the sea from November 2 to 4. Additionally, educational institutions in several districts are expected to close on November 2 and 3 due to the weather conditions.