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Cyclone Amphan intensified into extremely severe and is likely to turn into Super Cyclone.

Amphan to intensify into Super Cyclone, wind speed upto 185 kmph expected

India | May 18, 2020 11:50 IST

The coastal districts in West Bengal and Odisha are bracing for heavy rains and wind speed up to 185 kmph as cyclonic storm Amphan is likely to intensify into Super Cyclone by this evening, the Home Ministry has warned. The MHA has issued an advisory to states as NDRF teams were deployed at several places to carry out evacuation process of almost 11 lakh people in the coastal areas of West Bengal and Odisha.

WEATHER ALERT: Cyclone Amphan has intensified into severe

ALERT: Amphan intensifies into extremely severe cyclonic storm; NDRF on standby

May 18, 2020 11:27 IST

Cyclonic storm Amphan, that has been brewing in the Bay of Bengal has intensified further into an extremely severe cyclonic storm and is likely to become Super Cyclone, India's Met Department (IMD) has warned. The cyclonic storm Amphan is likely to hit the coastal districts of West Bengal, Odisha and many parts of Bangladesh.

Cyclone alert for West Bengal, Odisha as 'Amphan' intensifies

India | May 18, 2020 10:16 IST

The India Meteorological Department (IMD) on Monday issued a cyclone alert for West Bengal and north Odisha coasts as an extremely severe cyclonic storm 'Amphan' was over the central parts of the South Bay of Bengal and adjoining central Bay of Bengal.

Patnaik sets zero casualty target for cyclone amidst COVID-19 battle

India | May 17, 2020 8:18 IST

A cyclonic storm brewing in the Bay of Bengal lay 1220 km south-southwest of Digha in West Bengal on Saturday and is likely to bring heavy to very heavy rain in the coastal districts of the state from May 19.

8 killed, over 21 lakh people evacuated as Cyclone Bulbul wreaks havoc in Bangladesh

10 killed, over 21 lakh evacuated as Cyclone Bulbul wreaks havoc in Bangladesh: reports

World | November 10, 2019 21:09 IST

At least 10 people were killed as Cyclone Bulbul smashed into the low-lying areas of Bangladesh on Sunday, bringing in its wake torrential rains coupled with howling gales and ravaging the coastlines of West Bengal.

Bulbul Cyclone: Flight ops suspended at Kolkata Airport from 8pm today to 6am tomorrow

India | November 09, 2019 16:54 IST

The cyclone, which had developed over Bay of Bengal, has now intensified and is likely to cross the West Bengal coast by early Sunday morning. Heavy-to-extremely heavy rainfall, accompanied by winds reaching up to 110-120kmph and tidal waves up to 1.5 metres, are expected.

Bangladesh orders massive evacuation for Cyclone Bulbul

India | November 09, 2019 15:30 IST

Authorities in Bangladesh on Friday ordered the evacuation of about 18 lakh people from the low-lying coastal villages and islands as the country braced for a "very severe" cyclonic storm that is set to hit the country this evening.

Centre assures states all help to deal with cyclone 'Bulbul'

India | November 07, 2019 17:21 IST

The Centre on Thursday asked states to take all possible steps to deal with the cyclonic storm 'Bulbul' and ensure there are minimum casualties and loss of property.

Severe cyclonic storm 'Maha' to make landfall in Gujarat on November 6, IMD warns

India | November 03, 2019 18:51 IST

Severe cyclonic storm Maha is likely to make landfall along Gujarat coast between Dwarka and Diu on the night of November 6 and bring heavy to very heavy rains till the next day, the India Meteorological Department said on Sunday. It is likely to intensify into a very severe cyclonic storm in the next six hours before making landfall, it added.

Cyclone damages houses, fells trees in Dakshina Kannada district

India | October 25, 2019 21:45 IST

The effects of cyclone Kyarr passing along the coast of Karnataka were felt in Dakshina Kannada district with the entire region experiencing heavy rains throughout Thursday night and intermittent rains on Friday.

Cyclonic storm 'Kyarr' may unleash strong winds, heavy rains

Maharashtra: Cyclone 'Kyarr' may bring strong winds, heavy rains

India | October 25, 2019 23:45 IST

The cyclonic storm "Kyarr" is likely to bring very heavy to extremely heavy rains in coastal districts of Ratnagiri and Sindhudurg in Maharashtra in the next 12 hours and also cause strong winds, the Met Office said on Friday.

Cyclone Vayu to strike Gujarat soon; Here is everything you

Cyclone Vayu to hit Gujarat on June 13, NDRF on alert: Here's how the state is bracing up

India | June 11, 2019 23:46 IST

Cyclone Vayu is expected to make landfall in Gujarat on Thursday with the NDRF swinging into action to brace up for the impending cyclonic storm. Home Minister Amit Shah on Tuesday reviewed the preparations, and directed officials to ensure all possible steps for the safety of people.

How are Cyclones named | Explained in 10 points

June 11, 2019 20:55 IST

It is not surprising if you are fascinated by the names of cyclones, and that definitely leaves you wondering about the process and concept behind naming them. Although however fascinating they may sound, you must remember they are lethal and bring with them violent winds, heavy rains and most of all, destruction. We'll explain the process of naming cyclones in 10 points. Here you go:

Cyclone Vayu to hit Gujarat on Thursday, NDRF teams on alert

India | June 11, 2019 20:57 IST

Cyclone Vayu: A deep depression over the Arabian Sea which brewed over the past two days has intensified into a cyclonic storm and is likely to hit the Gujarat coast on June 13 morning, the India Meteorological Department said. Cyclone 'Vayu' is likely to intensify into a severe cyclonic storm in the next 24 hours.