Cyclone Murasu Weakens After Andhra Landfall
Cyclone Murasu Weakens After Andhra Landfall
IN · Published Nov 3, 2026
• Cyclone Murasu, which made landfall on the south Andhra Pradesh coast early on November 3, 2026, is gradually weakening.
• The system initially brought heavy rainfall, strong winds, and rough sea conditions to several coastal districts.

Impact & Risks

Coastal Andhra Pradesh has been severely affected, with districts like Prakasam and Bapatla recording heavy rainfall, including 198 mm in Naguluppalapadu. A storm surge of 1-1.5 meters above the astronomical tide is expected to inundate low-lying areas in Bapatla, Krishna, and Prakasam districts. Flash flood risks are moderate in parts of coastal Andhra Pradesh and Yanam until late November 3. Gusty winds of 80-90 km/h (50-56 mph), reaching 100 km/h (62 mph), and isolated extremely heavy rainfall are forecast for Andhra Pradesh, Telangana, and Rayalaseema.

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