Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 12:22pm on 01 Nov 2026,Sunday Weather & Environment
Cyclone Murasu formed over the southwest Bay of Bengal on November 1, prompting authorities to issue high alerts across southern Odisha and neighbouring coastal regions. According to the India Meteorological Department (IMD), the storm is expected to intensify into a severe cyclonic storm before approaching the south Andhra Pradesh coast between Nellore and Narsapur by November 3. Odisha may experience heavy rainfall, thunderstorms and strong winds, particularly on November 3 and 4. Authorities have initiated precautionary measures, including evacuations from vulnerable areas. NDRF and ODRAF teams remain on standby, while fishermen have been advised to avoid entering the sea. (PC: X)
