Health & Environment
Cyclone Murasu Makes Landfall In Andhra Pradesh, Triggers Heavy Rain
Hindustan Times55m
THE BRIEF
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Severe cyclonic storm Murasu crossed the south Andhra Pradesh coast near Ongole at 1 am Tuesday, bringing heavy rainfall and wind speeds of 100-110 kmph.
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Authorities evacuated approximately 30,000 people in Andhra Pradesh, while Odisha moved over 1.6 lakh residents to safer locations to mitigate disaster risks.
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The cyclone disrupted regional transport, forcing the cancellation of 30 domestic flights and nine trains; coastal areas remain on alert for potential storm surges.