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IMD Weather Today: The southern part of India was just settling down when a new cyclone, Murasu, began approaching the Andhra Pradesh coast, with a possible landfall expected soon. The nation is witnessing a striking weather contrast on Monday, November 2. The northern states are enjoying pleasant weather, with winter setting in and pink evening skies, while southern and eastern regions prepare for heavy rainfall triggered by Cyclone Murasu.
According to the India Meteorological Department (IMD), Delhi is set for a bright day, with temperatures ranging between 17°C and 29°C and no rainfall warning. Punjab and Haryana are also expected to remain largely dry, offering residents a welcome break from unpredictable weather.
On the other hand, the Bay of Bengal is brewing trouble, with Cyclone Murasu expected to intensify before approaching the Andhra Pradesh coast.
Meanwhile, winter is tightening its grip on Himalayan destinations, including Spiti, Ladakh and Kedarnath.
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IMD Weather Today: Cyclone Murasu Updates
A super fresh weather threat is brewing over the Bay of Bengal. This time as Cyclone Murasu, it is gathering strength and heading towards Andhra Pradesh. The system intensified from a depression into a cyclonic storm on November 1 and is expected to strengthen further before reaching the coast. According to the India Meteorological Department's (IMD) November 1 bulletin, the cyclone is likely to make landfall along the south Andhra Pradesh coast, between Nellore and Narsapur, near Ongole. The expected landfall window stretches from midnight on November 2 to the early hours of November 3, putting coastal districts on high alert.
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Cyclone Murasu: Expected Landfall and Wind Speed
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Landfall Timeline: November 2 midnight to November 3 early morning, with the expected window between 11:30 PM and 4 AM.
Landfall Location: South Andhra Pradesh coast, between Nellore and Narsapur, near Ongole.
Wind Speed: Sustained winds of 100–110 kmph, with gusts reaching up to 120 kmph.
Storm Intensity: The system is expected to intensify into a Severe Cyclonic Storm before landfall.
Cyclone Movement: Murasu is moving northwestwards towards the Andhra Pradesh coastline.
Cyclone Murasu: Rainfall Alerts And Affected Regions
The IMD has warned of extremely heavy rainfall across Coastal Andhra Pradesh on November 2 and 3. Rayalaseema is also likely to experience very heavy rainfall during this period.
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Expected Weather Conditions
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Nellore and Prakasam
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Heavy to extremely heavy rainfall due to the approaching cyclone.
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Bapatla, Guntur and Krishna
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Heavy rainfall and strong winds may disrupt normal activities.
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Rayalaseema
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Very heavy rainfall, accompanied by thunderstorms and lightning.
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Telangana
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Rainfall and thunderstorms are possible as the cyclone moves inland.
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Coastal Andhra Pradesh
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Extremely heavy rainfall expected on November 2 and 3, according to the IMD.
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Cyclone Murasu, Safety Advisory: Authorities have deployed NDRF and SDRF teams across vulnerable coastal areas to manage rescue and emergency operations. Fishermen have been advised to avoid the Westcentral and adjoining Southwest Bay of Bengal. For emergency assistance, residents can contact Andhra Pradesh's SEOC control room at 08645246600 or 8333905022.