With reference to cyclonic storms in India, consider the following statements: 1. A very severe cyclonic storm is characterized by wind speeds between 118 kmph and 221 kmph. 2. The storm is projected to reach a maximum sustained wind speed of 150 kmph near the coast. 3. The IMD issued a red alert for 13 districts in Andhra Pradesh. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

IMD warns very severe cyclonic storm to reach 130 kmph near Andhra Pradesh coast

GS3Economy · S&T · Environment · Security· Climate change & international agreements· Prelims· 25 October 2026

Disaster management and climate resilience: a GS3 case study on early warning systems and coastal safety.

Why in news

The India Meteorological Department (IMD) issued a red alert for 13 districts in Andhra Pradesh as a low-pressure area in the Bay of Bengal is projected to intensify into a very severe cyclonic storm by October 28.

Background

The storm is expected to reach a maximum sustained wind speed of 130 kmph near the Andhra Pradesh coast. The IMD classified the system as a very severe cyclonic storm, which typically involves wind speeds between 118 kmph and 221 kmph.

Facts for Prelims

FactA very severe cyclonic storm is defined by maximum sustained wind speeds between 118 kmph and 221 kmph.
PlaceThe storm is projected to cross the Andhra Pradesh and Yanam coasts between Bapatla and Visakhapatnam.
FactA red alert was issued for 13 districts in Andhra Pradesh for October 27 and 28.

Prelims practice question

With reference to cyclonic storms in India, consider the following statements:

A very severe cyclonic storm is characterized by wind speeds between 118 kmph and 221 kmph.
The storm is projected to reach a maximum sustained wind speed of 150 kmph near the coast.
The IMD issued a red alert for 13 districts in Andhra Pradesh.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

(a)1 only
(b)3 only
(c)1 and 3 only
(d)1, 2 and 3

Show answer

Answer: (c) 1 and 3 only — Statements 1 and 3 are correct. Statement 2 is incorrect: The note states the expected maximum sustained wind speed is 130 kmph.

For Mains

Q. Discuss the challenges in coastal disaster management in India and the role of early warning systems in mitigating the impact of cyclonic storms.

Dimensions to cover in your answer

Early warning efficacy: Accuracy of IMD's wind speed projections and localized rainfall alerts for coastal districts.
Infrastructure resilience: Vulnerability of coastal settlements in Andhra Pradesh to high-velocity winds and storm surges.
State-level coordination: Integration of district-level alert measures with state-wide emergency response protocols.

Keywords: cyclonic storm · early warning system · disaster mitigation · Bay of Bengal · climate resilience

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