🌊 Cyclone Yaas Set to Impact West Bengal and Odisha | Weather Alert Issued:

Cyclone Yaas is expected to hit West Bengal and Odisha, prompting weather warnings and preparedness measures across coastal areas. Stay updated on the latest developments, safety advisories, and potential impacts.🌊

✨ About the 'Cyclonic Storm Yaas':

Cyclone Yaas is at present at a deep depression stage in the Bay of Bengal. It will intensify into a cyclone today and reach Bengal, Odisha, and other coastal areas of Eastern India sometime on Wednesday. The state governments are already on alert, with the Indian Coast Guard mobilizing the forces and urging the people not to venture out to sea.

✨ Cyclone Yaas Likely to Make Landfall Near Balasore Around Wednesday Noon:

If the current pace continues, Cyclone Yaas will hit the coast between Paradip and Sagar island, and it is very likely to make landfall near Balasore in north Odisha with a speed of 155 kmph to 165 kmph, gusting to 185 kmph, around noon on May 26, the Met department said.

✨ Intensity of the Cyclone 'Yaas':

Yaas is expected to be about as intense as Cyclone Tauktae, which slammed into the west coast last week, but tamer than Cyclone Amphan, which hit Bengal exactly one year ago and for about three devastating minutes sustained wind speeds of 240 kmph.

✨ Its Features:

It is a category 5 cyclonic storm.

Once formed, the cyclone will be named ‘Yaas’. Yaas is named by Oman, which refers to a Jasmine-like tree that has a good fragrance.

✨ The Names of cyclones are maintained by the World Meteorological Organization (WMO):

A rotational list of the names of cyclones is maintained by the World Meteorological Organization (WMO), with the names specific to each tropical zone. If a cyclone is especially deadly, then its name is never used and is replaced by another name. The list has a total of 169 names at present, which will be used on a rotational basis.

⚠️ Safety Precautions During Cyclone Yaas:

🏠 Stay Indoors – Remain in a safe shelter during severe weather conditions.

🔋 Keep Emergency Supplies Ready – Store drinking water, food, medicines, flashlights, and power banks.

📻 Follow Official Updates – Monitor weather bulletins and government advisories regularly.

🚫 Avoid Coastal Areas – Stay away from beaches, riversides, and flood-prone locations.

☎️ Keep Emergency Contacts Handy – Be prepared to contact local authorities if needed.

✍️ Final Thought:

Cyclone Yaas poses a significant weather challenge for West Bengal and Odisha, with authorities taking precautionary measures to minimize risks. Residents are encouraged to stay informed through official weather updates and follow safety guidelines to protect themselves and their families. Preparedness and timely action remain key during severe weather events.🛡️🌧️

Note:

Q: Name the President of the World Meteorological Organization?

Ans: David Grimes.

Q: Where does World Meteorological Organization Headquarters located?

Ans: Geneva, Switzerland.

Q: When did the World Meteorological Organization find?

Ans: 23 March 1950.

Q: Yaas is named by which country, and it refers to what?

Ans: Oman, it refers to a Jasmine-like tree that has a good fragrance.

Q: In which category does it fall?

Ans: It is a category 5 cyclonic storm.

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