A depression in the Bay of Bengal is moving west-northwest at 22–23 kmph, currently located 700 km from Chennai and 770 km from Visakhapatnam and Machilipatnam. It is forecast to intensify into a severe cyclonic storm named 'Murasu'.
According to the IMD, the system will likely make landfall on November 3 morning between Nellore and Narsapur in southern Andhra Pradesh, packing winds of 100–110 kmph, gusting up to 120 kmph.
Impact and Warnings:
Odisha Rains: Heavy downpours are expected on November 3–4 across southern Odisha districts, including Ganjam, Gajapati, Rayagada, Koraput, and Malkangiri.
Fishermen Advisory: Due to rough seas, fishermen are strictly barred from venturing into the water.
Administration: Following Cyclone 'Arnab', authorities have completed full preparations to tackle the second weather system.