Cyclone «Murasu» made landfall on the east coast of India on the morning of 3 November 2026, bringing heavy rain and gale-force winds with gusts of up to 120 km/h. The authorities in the state of Andhra Pradesh evacuated thousands of residents and planned to move around 30,000 people to safe locations. This was reported by Reuters, citing the India Meteorological Department (IMD).
- Cyclone «Murasu» made landfall on the Indian coast on 3 November.
- Wind gusts reached 120 km/h.
- The authorities had planned to evacuate around 30,000 people.
- The storm has knocked down trees and electricity pylons, and there is a risk of flooding.
- This is the second cyclone to hit the region this week.
Cyclone «Murasu» has made landfall on the Indian coast
According to the India Meteorological Department, the cyclone made landfall on the coast of the south-eastern state of Andhra Pradesh between 03:30 and 05:30 local time on 3 November.
The epicentre of the storm was in the Ongole area of Prakasam district. Sustained wind speeds were 100–110 km/h, with individual gusts reaching 120 km/h.
The storm has formed over the Bay of Bengal, where warm waters encourage the formation of powerful tropical cyclones. According to weather forecasters, the states of Andhra Pradesh and Tamil Nadu are likely to be hardest hit by the storm.
Meteorologists A warning has been issued regarding heavy rainfall and possible flooding in low-lying coastal areas. In some places, storm surges could reach 1.5 metres.
Thousands of people have been evacuated and transport has been restricted
Preparations for the natural disaster began as early as 2 November. The local authorities organised the evacuation of residents from high-risk areas and arranged temporary accommodation for them.
Head of the Andhra Pradesh State Disaster Management Department Prakhar Jain told Reuters that the evacuation measures would affect around 30,000 residents.
According to the Associated Press, schools have been temporarily closed, rail services suspended and some flights cancelled in the most vulnerable areas.
Strong winds have already toppled trees and electricity pylons. Due to heavy rain, there remains a risk of localised flooding, damage to infrastructure and disruption to transport services.
According to the latest figures reported by Reuters, there have been no reports of deaths or injuries caused by Cyclone «Murasu»No such information has been received.".
The second powerful cyclone this week
New storm struck India just a few days after Cyclone «Arnab», which passed through the same state of Andhra Pradesh at the end of October.
According to Reuters, the previous cyclone claimed the lives of at least six people. It also caused damage to homes, infrastructure and farmland.
According to the Associated Press, the recent bad weather has flooded approximately 200,000 acres of agricultural land — over 80,000 hectares.
A second wave of natural disasters is hampering reconstruction work in areas that have not yet recovered from the previous damage.
What is the situation in India at the moment?
As of 3 November, Cyclone «Murasu» is gradually weakening after making landfall, but heavy rain and the risk of flooding persist.
Emergency services are continuing to monitor the situation, whilst local authorities are assessing the extent of the damage. Final figures on the impact of the disaster and the number of people evacuated are still being finalised.
