Cyclone Dana to Bring Heavy Rainfall to Odisha and Surrounding Regions
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has predicted significant rainfall in Odisha as Cyclone Dana approaches, with landfall expected on October 24. IMD scientist Soma Sen Roy has issued warnings for coastal Odisha and the Andaman and Nicobar Islands due to the cyclone’s impact.
Weather Warnings
Heavy rainfall warnings have been issued for the Andaman and Nicobar Islands for today and tomorrow, and for coastal Andhra Pradesh and Odisha on October 23. Extremely heavy rainfall is anticipated on October 24 and 25 in Gangetic West Bengal and coastal Odisha. Additionally, heavy rainfall is expected in Assam, Tripura, Mizoram, and Meghalaya from October 23-25.
Temperature Forecast
In Delhi, the maximum temperature is expected to remain around 33-34 degrees Celsius, with a minimum temperature of 18-20 degrees Celsius.
Formation of Cyclone Dana
Earlier, the IMD reported a low-pressure area over the Bay of Bengal and North Andaman Sea, which is likely to develop into a depression by October 22 and a cyclonic storm by October 23. The storm is expected to move towards the Odisha-West Bengal coasts by October 24.
Doubts Revealed
Cyclone Dana -: Cyclone Dana is a storm system that forms over the ocean and can bring strong winds and heavy rain. It is named ‘Dana’ to identify and track it easily.
Odisha -: Odisha is a state located on the eastern coast of India. It is known for its rich culture, temples, and beautiful beaches.
India Meteorological Department (IMD) -: The India Meteorological Department (IMD) is a government agency in India that provides weather forecasts and warnings. They help people prepare for weather events like cyclones and heavy rains.
Landfall -: Landfall is when a storm, like a cyclone, moves from the ocean onto land. This is often when the storm can cause the most damage.
Bay of Bengal -: The Bay of Bengal is a large body of water to the east of India. It is part of the Indian Ocean and is known for being a region where cyclones often form.
Low-pressure area -: A low-pressure area is a region where the atmospheric pressure is lower than the surrounding areas. It can lead to the formation of storms and cyclones.
