Severe Cyclonic Storm Murasu crosses Andhra Pradesh coast near Ongole at 8 kmph
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Coastal disaster management and cyclonic frequency: a relevant GS3 Environment and Ecology case study.
Why in news
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) reported that Severe Cyclonic Storm Murasu made landfall near Ongole, Andhra Pradesh, moving north-northwestwards.
Background
Severe Cyclonic Storm Murasu crossed the coast near Ongole, Andhra Pradesh, at a speed of 8 kmph. The IMD projected the system to weaken into a cyclonic storm by noon and a deep depression by Tuesday night.
Facts for Prelims
- PlaceOngole is a coastal location in Andhra Pradesh where Storm Murasu made landfall.
- FactStorm Murasu moved north-northwestwards at a speed of 8 kmph after landfall.
Prelims practice question
With reference to Severe Cyclonic Storm Murasu, consider the following statements:
- The storm moved north-northwestwards at a speed of 12 kmph.
- The storm made landfall near Ongole in Andhra Pradesh.
- The IMD projected the system to weaken into a cyclonic storm by noon.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
- (a)1 and 2 only
- (b)1 and 3 only
- (c)2 and 3 only
- (d)1, 2 and 3
Show answer
Answer: (c) 2 and 3 only — Statements 2 and 3 are correct. Statement 1 is incorrect: The note states the speed was 8 kmph.
For Mains
Q. Discuss the challenges in coastal disaster management and early warning systems in the face of increasing cyclonic frequency along the East Coast of India.
Dimensions to cover in your answer
- Infrastructure gap: Need for multi-purpose cyclone shelters and reinforced coastal embankments in South Coastal Andhra Pradesh
- Communication lag: Real-time data dissemination to remote coastal fishing communities during rapid storm intensification
Keywords: cyclonic storm · disaster management · early warning system · coastal vulnerability · IMD
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