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Cyclone Murasu Intensifies: 11 Chennai Flights Cancelled, Odisha Speeds Up Evacuations
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What Happened?
Cyclone Murasu has intensified into a severe storm, leading to the cancellation of 11 flights at Chennai airport. The Odisha government is expediting evacuations from vulnerable areas.
Key points
- Cyclone Murasu is moving at 25 kmph and is centered around 200 km east-northeast of Chennai.
- The storm is expected to make landfall in southern Andhra Pradesh between 11:30 PM on Monday and 4 AM on Tuesday.
- Heavy rainfall is forecasted in southern Odisha, particularly in Ganjam, Gajapati, Rayagada, Koraput, and Malkangiri.
- Over 300 rescue teams have been pre-positioned in Odisha for emergency response.
- The IMD has warned of wind speeds reaching 100-110 kmph with gusts up to 120 kmph.
Key insights
- The evacuation efforts in Odisha may help minimize casualties and property damage.
- Chennai's flight cancellations could disrupt travel plans for many passengers.
- The storm's trajectory indicates potential risks for further coastal regions in Andhra Pradesh.
Why it matters
The cyclone's impact could affect air travel and safety in vulnerable coastal areas.
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Cyclone Murasu· EventChennai· CityOdisha· StateAndhra Pradesh· StateIndia Meteorological Department· Organization
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