Cyclone Murasu weakens after landfall in Andhra Pradesh
Cyclone Murasu weakens after landfall in Andhra Pradesh
IN · Published Nov 5, 2026
• Cyclone Murasu, classified as a Severe Cyclonic Storm by the IMD, made landfall near Ongole, Andhra Pradesh, on November 3, 2026, with sustained winds of 100-110 kmph, gusting to 120 kmph. The system has since weakened into a Depression over east Telangana and adjoining Coastal Andhra Pradesh. Heavy rainfall, squally winds, and localised flooding continue to affect parts of Andhra Pradesh, Telangana, and neighbouring states. The IMD forecasts further weakening into a Well-Marked Low-Pressure Area by November 4,
• Monitoring is ongoing through Doppler Weather Radars in Machilipatnam and Visakhapatnam.

Impact & Risks

Cyclone Murasu has caused significant damage in Andhra Pradesh, including crop losses across 52,459 hectares, damage to 312 houses, and disruptions to power lines. Two fatalities have been reported. Heavy rainfall and flooding risks persist in Andhra Pradesh, Telangana, south Odisha, Chhattisgarh, and north Tamil Nadu. Vulnerable structures, transport systems, and agricultural fields remain at risk from squally winds and waterlogging. Coastal communities face challenges due to rough seas and fishing restrictions.

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