Cyclonic Storm Murasu likely to intensify into severe storm with 120 kmph winds
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Disaster management and meteorological forecasting: a GS3 and Science & Technology case study.
Why in news
The Regional Meteorological Centre issued a warning that Cyclonic Storm Murasu is likely to intensify into a severe cyclonic storm with wind speeds of 100 to 120 kmph.
Background
Cyclonic Storm Murasu moved west-northwestwards over the Westcentral Bay of Bengal at 27 kmph on November 1, 2026. Heavy rainfall and thunderstorms are forecast for districts including Chennai and Tiruvallur through Tuesday.
Facts for Prelims
- PlaceWestcentral Bay of Bengal: The region where Cyclonic Storm Murasu was moving.
- FactWind speeds: Predicted to reach 100 to 120 kmph as a severe cyclonic storm.
- BodyRegional Meteorological Centre: The body responsible for issuing the storm intensification forecast.
Prelims practice question
In which region was Cyclonic Storm Murasu moving west-northwestwards?
- (a)Gulf of Mannar
- (b)Arabian Sea
- (c)Westcentral Bay of Bengal
- (d)Andaman Sea
Show answer
Answer: (c) Westcentral Bay of Bengal — The note specifies that the storm moved west-northwestwards over the Westcentral Bay of Bengal.
For Mains
Q. Discuss the challenges in early warning systems and disaster management strategies for coastal regions facing intensifying cyclonic storms in the Bay of Bengal.
Dimensions to cover in your answer
- Infrastructure vulnerability: High-density coastal urban areas like Chennai face severe flooding risks
- Meteorological precision: Need for high-resolution modeling to predict rapid intensification of storms
Keywords: cyclonic storm · meteorological forecasting · disaster mitigation · coastal vulnerability
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