Cyclone Biparjoy: India Issues Alerts
Cyclone Biparjoy is a low-pressure area that is currently building over the Arabian Sea's Southeast. It is anticipated to strengthen into a depression over the next 48 hours and to become a cyclonic storm during the next 72 hours. The track of the cyclone is not yet clear, but it is likely to move towards the West Coast of India. Cyclone Biparjoy is the first cyclone to form in the Arabian Sea this season. The monsoon season in India typically begins in June and lasts until September.
The cyclone is expected to bring heavy rains and strong winds to the West Coast of India. The states of Gujarat, Maharashtra, and Karnataka are predicted to receive the most rain. The strong winds could cause power outages and damage to property. People in the affected areas are advised to take precautions and stay safe.
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How Cyclone Biparjoy got its name?
The name Biparjoy was given to the cyclone by Bangladesh. Tropical cyclones are named alphabetically by the World Meteorological Organisation (WMO) based on names submitted by member countries. Bangladesh proposed the name Biparjoy, which translates to "disaster" in Bengali.
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) is closely monitoring the cyclone and will issue advisories as needed. Residents of coastal areas are advised to be prepared for possible flooding and other impacts from the cyclone.
Here are some of the possible impacts of Cyclone Biparjoy:
• Heavy rainfall
• Strong winds
• Storm surge
• Flooding
• Landslides
• Power outages
• Communication disruptions
• Damage to property and infrastructure
Possible route for Cyclone Biparjoy
Cyclone Biparjoy is a low-pressure region across the southeast Arabian Sea as of June 6, 2023. It is projected to become a depression on June 8 then a cyclone on June 9. The cyclone is forecast to move northwards along the west coast of India and make landfall in Gujarat on June 10. After landfall, the cyclone is expected to weaken and move into Pakistan.
The following is a possible route for Cyclone Biparjoy
• June 8: Low-pressure area intensifies into a depression over the southeast Arabian Sea.
• June 9: Depression intensifies into a cyclone over the east-central Arabian Sea.
• June 10: Cyclone makes landfall in Gujarat.
• June 11: Cyclone weakens and moves into Pakistan.
How IMD decide cyclone named?
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) decides cyclone names in a collaborative effort with other countries in the region. Each country in the region produces a list of 13 names, which are then rotated according to a set schedule. The names are chosen to be short, easy to pronounce, and gender-neutral. They are also chosen to be culturally sensitive and not offensive to any group of people.
The IMD uses a six-year cycle for its list of cyclone names. Once a name is used, it is retired and cannot be used again. The current list of cyclone names for the North Indian Ocean is as follows:
• Nisarga (Bangladesh)
• Gati (India)
• Akash (Sri Lanka)
• Gulab (Pakistan)
• Fani (Myanmar)
• Vayu (Thailand)
• Hidimba (Afghanistan)
• Mora (Iran)
• Tauktae (Oman)
• Yaas (Qatar)
How it will impact weather, monsoon in India?
The usual arrival of the southwest monsoon in Kerala on June 1, with a standard deviation of around seven days, has been delayed due to a low-pressure system in the Arabian Sea. Scientists, however, emphasise that this delay does not necessarily imply that the monsoon would be late in other parts of the country, nor does it alter overall rainfall over the season.
The Meteorological Department has stated that the cyclonic storm will significantly impact the progression of the monsoon towards the Kerala coast. Currently, no specific date has been provided for the monsoon’s arrival in Kerala. The private weather forecasting agency, Skymet Weather, suggests that it may occur on either June 8 or June 9, but with a relatively gentle and subdued onset.
