NewsBytes
    Hindi Tamil Telugu
    More
    In the news
    Joe Biden
    United States of America
    COVID-19
    Russia-Ukraine crisis
    NewsBytes
    Hindi Tamil Telugu
    NewsBytes
    User Placeholder

    Hi,

    Logout


    India Business World Politics Sports Technology Entertainment Auto Lifestyle Inspirational Career Bengaluru Delhi Mumbai Visual Stories Find Cricket Statistics Phones Reviews Fitness Bands Reviews Speakers Reviews

    Download Android App

    Follow us on
    • Facebook
    • Twitter
    • Linkedin
     
    Home / News / World News / Indian coastal regions on alert due to Cyclone Sagar
    World

    Indian coastal regions on alert due to Cyclone Sagar

    Indian coastal regions on alert due to Cyclone Sagar
    Written by Shiladitya Ray
    May 18, 2018, 05:06 pm 2 min read
    Indian coastal regions on alert due to Cyclone Sagar

    A deep depression in the Arabian sea has developed into a cyclone, making it the first cyclone to develop this year in Indian waters. Dubbed 'Sagar', the cyclone is currently sitting over the Gulf of Aden near Yemen, and is expected to start moving westwards and eventually, south-westwards. With Sagar expected to strengthen, several Indian coastal regions have been put on alert. Here's more.

    IMD issues advisory notices to TN, Kerala, Karnataka, Goa, Lakshadweep

    On Friday, the Indian Meteorological Department (IMD) issued advisory notices to Tamil Nadu, Kerala, Karnataka, Goa, and the Lakshadweep islands. In the next 24 hours, 70-80kmph winds with gusts going up to 90kmph are expected along with rough seas near the centre of the cyclone and adjoining areas of West central and South-west Arabian sea. Fishermen have been warned to stay away.

    Despite assurances, Gujarat prepares for the worst

    However, the IMD said that Gujarat, whose coastal areas were on alert earlier, is less likely to be adversely affected by Cyclone Sagar. Yet, despite the assurances, the state administration isn't leaving anything to chance - Distant Warning signal number 2 has been hoisted across major ports along the coasts of Gujarat. Staff have been put on alert, and fishermen have been warned off.

    Cyclone Sagar to make landfall in Somalia tonight

    Meanwhile, Cyclone Sagar is moving south-westwards at a speed of 18kmph. The strengthening Sagar, with winds between 100-130kmph, is expected to make landfall in Somalia tonight. Consequently, torrential rainfall, high velocity winds, and flooding is expected in Somalia, as well as in Djibouti and Ethiopia. However, there's also a chance that Sagar might start weakening after it makes landfall in Somalia.

    Share this timeline
    Facebook
    Whatsapp
    Twitter
    Linkedin
    Latest
    Cyclone
    Lakshadweep
    India Meteorological Department (IMD)

    Latest

    Acer Predator Helios 300 gaming laptop is cheaper on Flipkart Acer Laptops
    Is Hyundai planning a wagon variant of the VERNA Hyundai Verna
    Oscars 2023: Jr. NTR's outfit to reflect 'RRR's character Academy Awards
    IND vs AUS, 4th Test: Kohli's 186 headlines Day 4 Virat Kohli

    Cyclone

    New Zealand: Earthquake of magnitude 6.3 detected off coast New Zealand
    New York's Buffalo limps back to normalcy after 'once-in-a-generation' storm United States of America
    US's ghastly Christmas: Blizzard kills 34; thousands left without electricity United States of America
    US: Over 18 dead in bone-chilling storm on Christmas Eve United States of America

    Lakshadweep

    5 best places in India to try scuba diving Goa
    5 beach wedding destinations in India Mumbai
    Top 5 island wedding destinations in India Kerala
    5 popular island destinations in India Gujarat

    India Meteorological Department (IMD)

    Delhi wakes up to high winds, rain; IMD predicts thunderstorm Rainfall
    Heatwave to sweep India as February records highest-ever temperature Heatwave
    Soaring temperatures across India might trigger energy crunch this summer Heatwave
    Tamil Nadu receives unseasonal rainfall as schools, colleges declare holiday Tamil Nadu

    Love World News?

    Subscribe to stay updated.

    World Thumbnail

    Live

    Indian Premier League (IPL) Celebrity Hollywood Bollywood UEFA Champions League Tennis Football Smartphones Cryptocurrency Upcoming Movies Premier League Cricket News Latest automobiles Latest Cars Upcoming Cars Latest Bikes Upcoming Tablets
    About Us Privacy Policy Terms & Conditions Contact Us Ethical Conduct Grievance Redressal News News Archive Topics Archive Download DevBytes Find Cricket Statistics
    Follow us on
    Facebook Twitter Linkedin
    All rights reserved © NewsBytes 2023