A significant cyclonic storm, named ‘Montha’, is rapidly developing over the Bay of Bengal, prompting high alert notifications for the coastal regions of Andhra Pradesh, Odisha, and Tamil Nadu. Forecasts indicate the storm is poised to make landfall on October 28, potentially impacting Andhra Pradesh’s coast with wind speeds reaching up to 100 kmph. Authorities are bracing for substantial rainfall and powerful gusts across the affected states.
Disaster management agencies are on standby, with emergency teams mobilized to manage potential impacts. Residents in low-lying and coastal areas are being advised to take necessary precautions and adhere to safety guidelines issued by local authorities. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) is closely monitoring the storm’s trajectory and intensity.
The IMD anticipates that by Sunday, October 27, Cyclone Montha will intensify further. This is expected to trigger widespread rainfall across the coastal Andhra Pradesh and Rayalaseema regions, with the effects likely to persist until October 29. As of Saturday, the storm’s center was situated approximately 950 km east-southeast of Chennai, 960 km southeast of Visakhapatnam, and 970 km southeast of Kakinada.
Weather experts have warned of squally conditions developing along coastal areas from October 26, with wind speeds gradually increasing as the cyclone draws closer to the landmass. The situation is being actively managed to ensure public safety.
