Cyclone Murasu Nears Andhra Pradesh Coast
Cyclone Murasu is moving toward the Andhra Pradesh coast, close to Nellore and Narasapur. The India Meteorological Department expects winds of 100 to 110 kmph, gusting up to 120 kmph, and has issued a heavy rain alert. The alert covers that stretch of coast.
Context
Context: Storms that form over the Bay of Bengal often bring heavy rain to Andhra Pradesh and Odisha in October and November, and an alert means people should follow local warnings and stay away from the sea.
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