‘Arnab’ fallout worsens as ‘Murasu’ threatens seas
by Chaminda Silva At least 21,356 people from 5,800 families have been affected by adverse weather and Cyclonic Storm ‘Arnab’ across Sri Lanka, as a new Cyclone, named ‘Murasu,’ intensifies over the Bay of Bengal, prompting a red-level warning for strong winds and rough seas. The Disaster Management Centre (DMC) said six people had died, […]
Cyclonic Storm 'Arnab' has affected at least 21,356 people across 5,800 families in Sri Lanka, with at least six deaths, eight injuries, and three missing persons reported in weather-related incidents. The Disaster Management Centre has identified 137 Divisional Secretariat Divisions in 19 districts as affected, with Ratnapura and Puttalam being the worst hit districts.
Meanwhile, the Department of Meteorology has issued a red-level warning for Cyclone 'Murasu,' which is expected to intensify into a severe cyclonic storm and move northwestwards, crossing the Andhra Pradesh coast of India. Winds are forecast to reach 70-80 kmph, accompanied by heavy thundershowers and very rough seas, prompting naval and fishing communities to remain vigilant and closely monitor weather forecasts.
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