Mocha is predicted to intensify into a severe cyclonic storm by May 11. It will then intensify into a Very Severe Cyclonic Storm over southeast and adjoining central Bay of Bengal by May 12.
It is likely to weaken slightly from 13th May and make landfall between Bangladesh and Myanmar with the intensity of a Severe Cyclonic Storm around forenoon of 14th May. This system is likely to cause strong winds over Andaman & Nicobar Islands on 10-11th May. There could be very heavy rainfall with gusts up to 90 kmph.
IMD Alert, Today Weather Update: The weather pattern has changed in the country. Rain warnings have been issued in 10 states. At the same time, heatwave warning has been issued in 7 states including Bihar. There will be a decrease in humidity. Along with this strong wind will blow. People have been advised to be cautious. The weather in the capital can change within 2 to 3 days. At the same time, an increase of 5 to 7 percent in temperature is being seen in Uttar Pradesh.
Heat wave alert in Madhya Pradesh, Maharashtra and Gujarat
A heat wave warning has been issued in Madhya Pradesh, Maharashtra and Gujarat. Heatwave-like conditions may develop in these areas. Along with this, an increase of four to five percent will be seen in the temperature. Hot air will blow. Due to the low humidity in the morning and evening, the effect of hot air will continue.
Bihar, UP, Jharkhand and West Bengal in grip of heatwave
Apart from this, the states of Bihar, UP, Jharkhand and West Bengal will remain in the grip of heat wave. A few days ago, due to weather activity across the country, the temperature was recorded below normal. After the complete withdrawal of the rains, now the heat will increase soon. Can take Jharkhand, Bihar, UP in its grip. The heat in West Bengal may worsen the situation. A wide area will be affected in these areas. Heat wave outbreaks can be seen in many cities including Bagunda, Shantiniketan, Panagarh, Midnapore. Jharkhand is also likely to see a rise in temperature over a large scale.
Effect of Cyclone Mocha
The low pressure area over southeast Bay of Bengal has turned into a depression. There is a possibility of very deep depression this morning. Wind speed reaching 55 kmph in the center of the depression central system lying 500 km west south west of Port Blair, 9 degree and 89 degree east. The weather system will move northwestwards with a speed of about 15 kmph. The potential for rapid development into a cyclone is high. The system is likely to dissipate into Storm Moka anytime this evening. It is expected to intensify further.
The cyclone has maintained distance from the Indian coastline. The cloud cover will reach Andhra Pradesh, Odisha and West Bengal coasts from tomorrow and after reaching the interior will remain till May 15. This wind can blow. Light rain can be seen in some areas. However, the possibility of any harmful effect has been ruled out.
Increase in temperature in Rajasthan, Gujarat including Haryana, Punjab
An increase in temperature will be seen in Haryana, Punjab including Rajasthan, Gujarat, Madhya Pradesh, Chhattisgarh, Madhya Maharashtra. Heat wave warnings have been issued in many of these areas. The weather has been predicted to remain like this for 15 days. This situation can reach heatwave.
Heavy rain forecast
However, heavy rain has been forecast over many areas including Andhra, Kerala, Karnataka, Tamil Nadu and border Andaman and Nicobar Islands. People have been advised to be alert in these areas. Along with the storm, the possibility of lightning has also been expressed. Hailstorm can be seen in the areas. Fishermen have been prohibited from going near the coast.
Rain in eastern states
Rain has been predicted in other states including Assam, Meghalaya, Manipur, Nagaland, Mizoram. A brightness alert has been issued in these areas. By issuing a yellow alert, people have been advised to be alert from landslides. Along with this, it will continue for the next 10 days.
Weather alert
- Heavy rain and thundershower accompanied with gusty wind (90 kmph) very likely over Andaman & Nicobar Islands.
- Heavy rain very likely at isolated places over South Interior Karnataka, Kerala and Mahe.
- Light rain is likely over Assam, Meghalaya, Nagaland, Manipur, Mizoram, Tripura, Sub-Himalayan West Bengal, Sikkim, Odisha, Madhya Maharashtra, Coastal Andhra Pradesh, Yanam, Rayalaseema, Tamil Nadu, Puducherry and Karaikal.
- Widespread rain and thundershowers very likely over Coastal Karnataka, North and South Interior Karnataka, Kerala and Mahe.
- Scattered rain and thundershowers are likely over Arunachal Pradesh and Lakshadweep.
- Maximum temperature may rise above 40 degree Celsius at isolated places over Gangetic West Bengal, Odisha, Jharkhand, Bihar, East Uttar Pradesh, Rajasthan, Madhya Pradesh, Gujarat, Saurashtra, Kutch, Madhya Maharashtra, Marathwada, Vidarbha, Chhattisgarh and Telangana Is.
- Heat wave conditions likely to persist over Sub-Himalayan West Bengal, Sikkim, Gangetic West Bengal and Bihar
