During the past six hours, Montha, over the west central Bay of Bengal, has moved north-north westwards with a speed of 12 kmph and lies centred near latitude 14.9°N and longitude 82.9°E. Published on :

Kakinada: As the severe cyclonic storm Montha nears landfall near Kakinada, weather experts say its severity will match Cyclone Michaung that hit Andhra Pradesh in 2023.

On December 5, 2023, Michaung made landfall between Nellore and Machilipatnam in Andhra Pradesh, with the India Meteorological Department documenting peak 3-minute sustained winds of 100 km/h (65 mph).

Michaung’s intensity and its aftermath highlighted the profound impact of tropical cyclones in the region, particularly during the post-monsoon period.

Status of Montha

During the past six hours, Montha, over the west c

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