Cyclone Mocha, which has intensified into a very severe cyclonic storm, is expected to make landfall along the Bangladesh-Myanmar border with winds of up to 150-160 km per hour. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has predicted a storm surge of 1.5-2 meters for the low-lying coastal region of Bangladesh near Cox’s Bazaar. The weather system is being closely monitored, and the IMD has issued alerts for some northeastern states and the Andaman and Nicobar Islands. The IMD has also requested fishermen and travelers not to venture into the central and northeast Bay of Bengal and the north Andaman Sea until Sunday.
The National Disaster Response Force (NDRF) has deployed eight teams and 200 rescuers in West Bengal to deal with any exigencies, with 100 rescuers on standby. The Indian Coast Guard (ICG) has also placed its units in the region on high alert.
Naming a cyclone serves several purposes, such as helping the scientific community, media, disaster managers, and common people identify the cyclone and create awareness about its development. Yemen has suggested the name “Mocha” for this cyclone, based on a small fishing village in the country known for its coffee production.
Tripura and Mizoram are likely to experience heavy showers from tomorrow onwards, while Nagaland, Manipur, and south Assam will witness rain at isolated places on Sunday, the IMD said. Emergency operation centers are working round the clock to handle any natural calamities.
This weather system is the latest in a series of cyclones that have affected the Bay of Bengal region, leading to widespread damage and loss of life. People living in the affected areas must follow the instructions of the IMD and the relevant authorities to stay safe and minimize the impact of the cyclone.
