Maharashtra and Gujarat remain on standby as the deep depression in the Arabian Sea intensified into a cyclonic storm on Tuesday. The cyclonic storm will cross the north Maharashtra and south Gujarat coasts on the evening of June 3, the India Meteorological Department (IMD) has confirmed.
The cyclonic storm is expected to inundate low-lying areas, especially in cities like Mumbai and cause structural damage from falling trees and power poles.
The severe cyclonic storm, according to IMD, will have a wind speed of 90-105 kmph when it crosses the coast on June 3.
Here are the latest updates:
– Deep depression in Arabian Sea intensifies into cyclone: IMD DG
The deep depression in the Arabian Sea has intensified into a cyclonic storm and will cross the north Maharashtra and south Gujarat coasts on June 3, the India Meteorological Department (IMD) said on Tuesday.
– PM reviews cyclonic conditions in western coast
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday took stock of the situation in the wake of cyclonic conditions in western India. “Took stock of the situation in the wake of cyclone conditions in parts of India’s western coast,” the prime minister tweeted.”Praying for everyone’s well-being. I urge people to take all possible precautions and safety measures,” he said.
– 10 NDRF teams deployed as cyclonic storm approaches, says Maharashtra CM Uddhav Thackeray
The National Disaster Response Force (NDRF) has deployed 10 teams at various places in Maharashtra.
The NDRF teams have surveyed the region and have been conducting briefing for the people to explain the damage likely to be caused by the cyclone.
– Indian Coast Guard ships, aircraft relay warnings
Indian Coast Guard ships, aircraft and on shore stations are continuously relaying warnings about impending adverse weather to merchant vessels and fishermen.
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