Vamshi
A cyclone named Cyclone Miachaung is gathering over the Bay of Bengal and is expected to reach the coast of Andhra Pradesh very soon. According to the weather department, this cyclone would carry heavy rainfall and strong winds with it over several parts of the state.
What’s Happening?
A low-pressure area over the Bay of Bengal has intensified into a deep depression, a stronger form of low pressure. It is now likely to develop into a cyclone and has been christened Cyclone Miachaung. It is at present heading inland and is likely to cross over between Visakhapatnam and Gopalpur. With the drawing closer of the cyclone, heavy rains would be seen along the coasts of Andhra Pradesh, with strong winds blowing across the coasts.
Areas most likely to be affected: According to different reports, districts which are very likely to get battering by this cyclone are the districts of Nellore, Prakasam, Bapatla, Krishna, West Godavari, Dr. B.R. Ambedkar Konaseema, and Kakinada. Extremely heavy rainfall is expected in these areas, along with flooding in certain areas. Even the winds will be very strong, as high as 90-100 km/h, with severe gusts of up to 110 km/h.
Safety Measures
The state government has issued a number of warnings and safety measures for keeping everyone safe. These include:
Stay Indoors: People residing in the affected areas should, whenever possible, stay indoors in case of heavy rainfall combined with strong winds.
Avoid Travel: It will be better to avoid traveling unless necessary during this time because one might be putting themself at risk for an accident.
Fishermen Warning: Fishing in the sea is out of question for fishermen before the weather improves and the ones who are in the sea should immediately return to the shores.
Emergency Services: The state has set up a control room working round the clock to help any needy person. You may reach these helplines for any help or to enquiry about anything regarding the cyclone.
Government Preparation
Whereas the Andhra Pradesh administration is taking all the steps necessary to prepare for the cyclone, the members of the relief team are at work, and shelters are prepared to accommodate those who may have to leave their homes. Supplies of essential items such as food, water, and medicine are stocked up adequately to last for the affected people by the cyclone.
The Chief Minister has ordered the officials to take all possible measures to ensure the safety of every citizen, stating that the foremost priority is to prevent the loss of a single life. Financial compensation ordered for damages to families caused by the cyclone and taken measures also to avoid the destruction of harvested crops due to the storm.
Conclusion
Cyc.innere Miachaung is a severe cyclonic storm, and the people of Andhra Pradesh, particularly those in coastal areas, should not take lightly the disaster arising from this meteorological factor. We will save our lives from this storm by following the safety instructions and keeping ourselves up to date with the happenings. Stay safe and listen for updates for information from the authorities.
