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Cyclone Michaung has intensified in its move across the southwest Bay of Bengal and is likely to make landfall on the Andhra Pradesh coast between Nellore and Machilipatnam.
On Tuesday morning as a severe cyclonic storm, with maximum sustained wind speeds of 90 kmph to 100 kmph, gusting to 110 kmph, the India Meteorological Department (IMD) said on Sunday.
Cyclone Michaung
Cyclone Michaung, named after a suggestion by Myanmar meaning "strength and resilience.
The landfall over Andhra Predesh, India, on December 4th .
Formation and Landfall:
Developed in the southwest Bay of Bengal on December 3rd.
Intensified into a deep depression before transitioning into a cyclonic storm.
Impacts:
Heavy rainfall and strong winds reported across coastal Andhra Predesh.
Thunderstorms and lightning witnessed in coastal districts.
Fishermen advised to stay away from the sea due to rough conditions.
Severe Cyclonic Strom
A severe cyclonic storm is a powerful weather system that can cause widespread damage and disruption.
Here's a breakdown of its key features:
Wind Speed:
Between 89 and 117 kilometers per hour. This is strong enough to damage houses, uproot trees, and cause power outages.
Wind speeds can reach even higher during gusts, potentially exceeding 150 kilometers per hour. These gusts can cause significant structural damage and pose a danger to people and animals caught outdoors.
Heavy Rainfall:
Severe cyclonic storms can bring intense rainfall, often exceeding 200 millimeters (8 inches) within 24 hours. This can lead to flash flooding, landslides, and riverine flooding.
When a storm makes landfall, it can push a wall of seawater inland, causing coastal flooding. The surge height depends on the storm's intensity, forward speed, and local geography.
Large Size:
These storms typically span hundreds of kilometers in diameter, meaning their impacts can extend far beyond the immediate landfall point.
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