Cyclone Arnab strengthens into Very Severe Cyclonic Storm; may cross coast near Yanam
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Coastal vulnerability and disaster management: a GS1 Geography and GS3 Disaster Management case study.
Why in news
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) reported that Cyclone Arnab strengthened into a Very Severe Cyclonic Storm and is projected to cross the coast near Yanam.
Background
Cyclone Arnab was reported as a Very Severe Cyclonic Storm centered over the Westcentral Bay of Bengal. The Directorate of Economics and Statistics (DES) recorded rainfall at 41 stations in the Srikakulam district.
Facts for Prelims
- BodyIMD: India Meteorological Department is the agency responsible for reporting the cyclone's status.
- PlaceYanam: The coastal area near which the cyclone is projected to cross.
- FactSrikakulam district: 41 stations in this district received rain during the cyclone's progression.
- PlaceWestcentral Bay of Bengal: The location where the system was centered.
Prelims practice question
In which district did the Directorate of Economics and Statistics record rainfall at 41 stations during Cyclone Arnab?
- (a)Visakhapatnam
- (b)Kakinada
- (c)Srikakulam
- (d)Nellore
Show answer
Answer: (c) Srikakulam — The Directorate of Economics and Statistics recorded rainfall at 41 stations in the Srikakulam district.
For Mains
Q. Discuss the challenges faced by coastal states in disaster management and the role of early warning systems in mitigating the impact of cyclonic storms.
Dimensions to cover in your answer
- Infrastructure gap: Lack of resilient coastal housing and drainage systems in high-risk zones like Srikakulam
- Communication lag: Delays in disseminating real-time IMD alerts to remote coastal fishing communities
Keywords: Early Warning Systems · Coastal Vulnerability · Disaster Mitigation · Climate Resilience
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