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The Indian Meteorological Department has issued a cyclone alert for the Saurashtra and Kutch coasts as an extremely severe cyclonic storm named "Biparjoy" (pronounced as "Biporjoy") intensifies over the east-central Arabian Sea. The storm, which has been moving northwards at a speed of 5 kmph, is expected to make landfall between Mandvi in Gujarat and Karachi in Pakistan by noon on June 15th. #Cyclone #CycloneBiparjoy #mausamstation
The cyclone is projected to continue moving northward until the morning of June 14th, after which it will veer towards the north-northeast and cross the Saurashtra and Kutch coasts, as well as the adjoining Pakistan coasts. It is expected to hit land as a very severe cyclonic storm, with maximum sustained wind speeds of 125-135 kmph, gusting up to 150 kmph.
The forecast track and intensity of Cyclone Biparjoy are as follows:
Date/Time(IST) Position(Lat. 0N/ long. 0E) Maximum sustained surface wind speed (Kmph) Category of cyclonic disturbance
12.06.23/0230 19.0/67.7 160-170 Gusting To 190 Extremely Severe Cyclonic Storm
12.06.23/0530 19.2/67.7 160-170 Gusting To 190 Extremely Severe Cyclonic Storm
12.06.23/1130 19.5/67.6 155-165 Gusting To 185 Very Severe Cyclonic Storm
12.06.23/1730 20.0/67.5 145-155 Gusting To 175 Very Severe Cyclonic Storm
12.06.23/2330 20.5/67.4 145-155 Gusting To 175 Very Severe Cyclonic Storm
13.06.23/1130 20.9/67.3 140-150 Gusting To 165 Very Severe Cyclonic Storm
13.06.23/2330 21.5/67.4 135-145 Gusting To 160 Very Severe Cyclonic Storm
14.06.23/1130 22.1/67.6 130-140 Gusting To 155 Very Severe Cyclonic Storm
14.06.23/2330 22.8/68.2 125-135 Gusting To 150 Very Severe Cyclonic Storm
15.06.23/1130 23.4/68.9 105-115 Gusting To 125 Severe Cyclonic Storm
15.06.23/2330 24.0/69.6 70-80 Gusting To 90 Cyclonic Storm
16.06.23/1130 24.6/70.3 40-50 Gusting to 60 Depression
The Gujarat districts of Kutch, Devbhumi Dwarka, Porbandar, Jamnagar, Rajkot, Junagarh, and Morbi are expected to experience heavy to very heavy rainfall, with isolated places likely to receive extremely heavy rainfall on June 14th. The intensity of rainfall is expected to increase further on June 15th, with heavy to very heavy rainfall predicted in certain areas.
Strong winds are also a significant concern. On June 12th, gale wind speeds of 160-170 kmph, gusting up to 190 kmph, are expected over the northeast and adjoining east-central Arabian Sea. Squally wind speeds of 40-50 kmph, gusting to 60 kmph, are likely in the adjoining areas of the west-central Arabian Sea. The wind speeds will gradually decrease over the following days, but still remain strong.
The sea conditions will be hazardous, with a phenomenal sea state expected over the northeast and adjoining east-central Arabian Sea, and rough conditions in the northwest Arabian Sea. Along the Saurashtra and Kutch coasts, the sea will be rough to very rough until the evening of June 14th, and then become high to phenomenal until noon on June 15th.
Low-lying areas of Kutch, Devbhumi Dwarka, Porbandar, Jamnagar, and Morbi districts are at risk of storm surge, with water levels predicted to rise 2-3 meters above the astronomical tide during the time of landfall.
The cyclone is likely to cause significant damage to infrastructure and crops in the affected regions. Thatched houses are expected to be destroyed completely, while kutcha houses will suffer extensive damage. Power and communication poles may be uprooted, and roads could be severely affected, causing disruption to transportation. Standing crops, plantations, and orchards are also at risk of widespread damage.
Fishermen have been advised to suspend all fishing operations in the affected areas until June 15th. Those at sea are urged to return to the coast, and offshore and onshore activities should be regulated carefully. Precautionary measures are being taken at ports and naval bases. Motor boats and small ships should avoid venturing into the sea along these coasts.
Evacuation efforts are underway in the coastal areas of Saurashtra and Kutch, and rail and road traffic in the affected regions will be regulated. People residing in these areas are advised to stay indoors for their safety. Tourism activities may also be restricted in the affected regions.
The authorities have emphasized the importance of taking preparatory actions before the cyclone makes landfall to minimize potential damage and ensure the safety of residents and visitors.
For further updates and information, residents are advised to stay tuned to official weather bulletins and follow the instructions provided by local authorities. |