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Cyclone Murasu: 19 Flights Cancelled, NDRF on Standby as Coastal States Brace for Severe Storm
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What Happened?
Cyclone Murasu is expected to hit the south Andhra Pradesh coast early Tuesday, bringing heavy rain and winds up to 120 kmph. Coastal states are on high alert, with flight cancellations and evacuation measures underway.
Key points
- Cyclone Murasu is set to make landfall between Nellore and Narsapur.
- Wind speeds are expected to reach 100-120 kmph.
- 19 domestic flights were cancelled in Andhra Pradesh due to the cyclone.
- Tamil Nadu has deployed NDRF teams to assist Andhra Pradesh.
- Odisha has put over 300 rescue teams on standby.
- Farmers are concerned about further crop losses from the cyclone.
Key insights
- The cyclone may lead to significant infrastructure damage in coastal areas.
- Evacuations and preparedness measures could mitigate potential casualties.
- The agricultural sector may face severe challenges if crops are damaged again.
Why it matters
The cyclone's impact could affect thousands of residents and disrupt agricultural activities in the region.
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Cyclone Murasu· EventAndhra Pradesh· StateTamil Nadu· StateOdisha· StateNDRF· Organization
Source
Times of India
