Five Andhra Pradesh districts on red alert as Cyclonic Storm Murasu approaches coast
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Disaster management and coastal vulnerability: a GS3 case study on cyclone preparedness.
Why in news
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) placed five districts in Andhra Pradesh on red alert as Cyclonic Storm Murasu approached the coast, expected to intensify into a severe cyclonic storm.
Background
Cyclonic Storm Murasu is expected to bring wind speeds of 100-120 kmph and heavy rain to the Andhra Pradesh coast. The Andhra Pradesh State Disaster Management Authority (APSDMA) identified 20 mandals likely to experience extremely heavy rainfall.
Facts for Prelims
- FactIMD placed SPSR Nellore, Prakasam, Guntur, Bapatla, and Krishna districts on red alert for November 2.
- FactStorm Murasu was located 480 km east-southeast of Chennai and 610 km south-southeast of Visakhapatnam as of November 1, 2026.
- FactAuthorities prepared 1,688 medical teams and 116 relief camps to mitigate the impact of the storm.
- FactCyclone Arnab, which hit the coast on October 28, recorded wind gusts of up to 150 kmph near Narsapur.
Prelims practice question
With reference to the Cyclonic Storm Murasu and the response by authorities, consider the following statements:
- The IMD placed only three districts in Andhra Pradesh on red alert.
- The APSDMA identified 20 mandals likely to experience extremely heavy rainfall.
- The storm is expected to bring wind speeds of 150-170 kmph to the Andhra Pradesh coast.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
- (a)1 only
- (b)2 only
- (c)1 and 2 only
- (d)1 and 3 only
Show answer
Answer: (b) 2 only — Statement 2 is correct. Statement 1 is incorrect: The IMD placed five districts on red alert. Statement 3 is incorrect: The storm is expected to bring wind speeds of 100-120 kmph.
For Mains
Q. Discuss the challenges in disaster management for coastal states facing frequent cyclonic storms and suggest measures to enhance community resilience.
Dimensions to cover in your answer
- Infrastructure vulnerability: High risk of damage to electricity poles and coastal infrastructure during high-velocity wind events
- Logistical coordination: Requirement for rapid deployment of medical teams and relief camps in high-risk mandals
- Meteorological monitoring: Need for real-time tracking to manage rapid intensification of storms into severe cyclonic categories
Keywords: cyclonic storm · disaster management · early warning system · climate resilience · coastal vulnerability
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