Moderate rainfall will prevail over most places from May 8-12, IMD forecasts. However, the ECMWF track has shifted more westerly compared to previous forecasts of the system's movement.ĭue to the storm's proximity, most of its brunt will be absorbed by the Andaman and Nicobar Islands, followed by some states lining our East Coast. IMD's GFS and ECMWF models point towards an initial northwestward movement, followed by a steep recurve northeastward towards Bangladesh and Myanmar coast. The low-pressure area is moving nearly northwards towards the central Bay of Bengal. But as per the initial forecasts, cyclone Mocha is less likely to make landfall over Indian Coast. The memories of Cyclone Fani, Amphan, and Asani are fresh in the collective memories of the residents. The eastern coastal states of India get jitters whenever a summer cyclone starts to brew over the Bay of Bengal. Cyclone could track towards Tamil Nadu, but most models disagree Initial forecasts indicate rapid growth, intensifying into a depression by Tuesday (May 9) and then into a cyclonic storm by Wednesday (May 10). As per the current forecasts, the system might intensify into a full-fledged cyclonic storm within the next two days.Īs of the India Meteorological Department, the circulation intensified into a low-pressure area over the Southeast Bay of Bengal adjoining the Andaman Sea today (May 8) morning at around 8.30 am. The port city also gave its name to the famous Mocha coffee.īut as the system gains strength over the Bay of Bengal, the interest has shifted from its name to its potential impact. The name 'Mocha', recommended by Yemen, originates from the Yemeni city Mocha (or Mokha), long known for its coffee trade. Monday, May 8: Ever since the meteorologists flagged the possibility of Cyclone Mocha, it has generated quite a buzz mainly due to its unique name.
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