Cyclone Montha, which was a major threat to India’s east coast at first, has now weakened into a deep depression, which is good news for coastal areas. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) still warns that parts of Telangana, Andhra Pradesh, and Odisha will see heavy to very heavy rain over the next 48 hours, though.
The cyclone’s remnants are still affecting the weather, causing heavy rain, strong winds, and rough seas in several districts, even though it lost strength after making landfall near the Andhra coast.
What is Cyclone Montha doing right now?
Cyclone Montha has weakened into a deep depression and is moving northwest at a moderate speed as of Wednesday morning. The IMD’s most recent bulletin says that even though the cyclone isn’t as dangerous as it used to be, it will still have a big effect because of the heavy rain and strong winds that are affecting many states.
- Where it is now: over the coast of Andhra Pradesh
- Wind Speed: 40 to 50 km/h, with gusts of up to 60 km/h
- Direction: Northwest; probably moving toward Telangana
- Condition: Slowly getting worse until it becomes a depression
Forecasts for Heavy Rain
IMD forecasts say that heavy rain will continue in many areas:
- Khammam, Nalgonda, Warangal, and Hyderabad in Telangana are expected to get moderate to heavy rain.
- Andhra Pradesh: The coastal districts of Srikakulam, Vizianagaram, and Visakhapatnam are on the lookout for very heavy rain.
- Odisha: Isolated heavy rain is expected in the southern districts.
- The weather office has told people to stay inside, not travel unless they have to, and keep an eye on local warnings.
How it affects daily life and what to do about it
- The fact that Cyclone Montha is getting weaker doesn’t mean there are no risks.
- Waterlogging and small floods may happen in low-lying areas.
- Because the Bay of Bengal coast is rough, fishermen have been told not to go into the sea.
- There may be power outages and delays in transportation in coastal areas.
- In Andhra Pradesh and Telangana, officials have sent out disaster management teams to deal with emergencies and help people in affected areas.
How IMD is Keeping an Eye on Cyclone Montha
Doppler weather radars and satellite images are still being used by IMD to track the cyclone’s path.
The storm is slowly getting weaker, which is what usually happens after it hits land. However, winds full of moisture are still causing rain to last longer in inland areas.
IMD’s alerts based on data have allowed people to leave their homes on time and saved lives. This shows how important it is for India to improve its disaster management infrastructure.
Advice on Public Safety
People who live in dangerous areas should:
- Keep an eye on news from the IMD and state officials.
- Stay away from the coast and the banks of rivers.
- Make sure your emergency kits are stocked with food, water, and other necessary items.
- Make sure your mobile devices are charged so you can get weather alerts.
The end
Cyclone Montha has gotten weaker, but its effects are still affecting the weather in southern India. The IMD’s proactive monitoring and timely alerts have been very important in lowering risks.
As the system moves further inland, the rain will slowly stop. However, people are still advised to be careful until official announcements say it’s safe.
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