Cyclone Murasu threatens Odisha with heavy rain
The India Meteorological Department has issued an orange warning for five southern districts as the system moves towards the Andhra Pradesh coast.
Cyclone Murasu is expected to bring heavy rainfall to parts of Odisha, particularly in the southern regions, over the coming days. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued an orange warning for Ganjam, Gajapati, Rayagada, Koraput and Malkangiri for November 3 and 4.
The system is predicted to intensify into a severe cyclonic storm in the Bay of Bengal on Monday. It is expected to cross the south Andhra Pradesh coast between Nellore and Narasapur by the morning of November 3, with wind speeds reaching 100-110 kmph.
While the cyclone is not expected to make direct landfall in Odisha, its movement will influence weather conditions from Sunday. The IMD has also issued a yellow warning for rain and thunderstorms across 16 districts.
On Monday, southern Odisha may see light to moderate rain, while Ganjam and Gajapati could experience heavy rainfall of 7 cm to 12 cm at isolated spots. Heavy rain is also forecast for Nabarangpur, Kalahandi, Kandhamal, Nayagarh, Khordha and Puri on November 3.
The rainfall activity is expected to continue on November 4 in Nuapada, Nayagarh, Puri, Khordha, Bolangir and Bargarh, alongside the five districts under orange warning. Rainfall should gradually decrease from November 5, with intensity reducing on November 6 and 7.
The IMD has advised residents to monitor weather updates, seek shelter during thunderstorms to avoid lightning, and follow urban traffic advisories.