IMD Issues Cyclone Michaung Alert: Weather Disruptions Expected

The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a warning regarding Cyclone Michaung, predicting significant weather disruptions across various regions. Here are the key highlights:

1. Formation and Intensification:
   • The Well Marked Low Pressure Area over Southeast Bay of Bengal is anticipated to intensify into a Depression within the next 24 hours.
   • Further intensification into a Cyclonic Storm over the Southwest Bay of Bengal is expected around December 3rd.
2. Impacted Regions:
   • A wet spell with thunderstorm activity is forecasted for Madhya Pradesh and Maharashtra over the next two days.
   • Western Disturbances will continue to affect the Western Himalayan region and adjoining plains for the next 24 hours.
3. Recent Weather Activity (Last 24 hours):
   • A Cyclonic Circulation over north Sri Lanka has now shifted to the Southwest Bay of Bengal.
   • The Western Disturbance has transformed into a trough in middle tropospheric levels, inducing a cyclonic circulation over northwest Rajasthan.
4. Forecast and Warnings (Next 5 days):
   • Scattered to widespread rainfall/snowfall is expected over Jammu-Kashmir, Ladakh, Gilgit-Baltistan, Muzaffarabad, and Himachal Pradesh.
   • Thunderstorms and lightning are likely in Northwest India (excluding Rajasthan) on November 30th.
   • Various diversions and warnings have been issued for different regions. Refer to Annexure II for detailed information.
5. Low Pressure Area Movement:
   • The Well Marked Low Pressure Area over Southeast Bay of Bengal has moved west-northwestwards and is projected to intensify into a Cyclonic Storm over the Southwest Bay of Bengal by December 3rd.
   • The Cyclonic Storm is expected to reach North Tamil Nadu and South Andhra Pradesh coasts by the early morning of December 4th.
6. Warnings Associated with Low Pressure Area:
   • Rainfall warnings for Andaman & Nicobar Islands, north Coastal Tamil Nadu & Puducherry, south Coastal Andhra Pradesh, and Rayalaseema.
   • Wind warnings for various regions in the Bay of Bengal.
   • Fishermen are advised against venturing into specific areas.
7. Impact and Action Suggested:
   • Potential impact on agriculture, structures, and daily life due to strong winds, hail, and heavy rainfall.
   • Precautionary measures recommended, including staying indoors, securing loose objects, and avoiding travel.

For detailed information and updates, please refer to IMD’s official forecast bulletin here and cyclone information here.