AP State Disaster Management Authority deploys 13 teams as Cyclone Murasu nears Ongole
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Institutional coordination between NDRF and SDRF: a key GS3 Disaster Management case study.
Why in news
The A.P. State Disaster Management Authority deployed 13 response teams as Cyclone Murasu is projected to intensify into a Severe Cyclonic Storm near Ongole.
Background
The India Meteorological Department predicted wind speeds of 100 to 120 kmph for Cyclone Murasu. The deployment includes six National Disaster Response Force (NDRF) teams and seven State Disaster Response Force (SDRF) teams.
Facts for Prelims
- BodyNDRF: National Disaster Response Force teams deployed for cyclone response
- BodySDRF: State Disaster Response Force teams deployed for cyclone response
- FactCyclone Murasu: Projected wind speeds of 100 to 120 kmph
- PlaceOngole: Projected landfall site for Cyclone Murasu
Prelims practice question
What is the projected wind speed for Cyclone Murasu as predicted by the India Meteorological Department?
- (a)50 to 70 kmph
- (b)100 to 120 kmph
- (c)150 to 160 kmph
- (d)80 to 90 kmph
Show answer
Answer: (b) 100 to 120 kmph — The India Meteorological Department predicted wind speeds of 100 to 120 kmph for Cyclone Murasu.
For Mains
Q. Discuss the institutional framework for disaster management in India and the importance of coordinated response between state and central agencies during cyclonic events.
Dimensions to cover in your answer
- Inter-agency coordination: Seamless integration of NDRF and SDRF resources during rapid-onset disasters
- Early warning systems: Effectiveness of IMD data in facilitating proactive school closures and evacuation
Keywords: Disaster Management · Cyclone Mitigation · NDRF · SDRF · Early Warning System
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