Cyclone Murasu Weakens Into Depression Over Telangana and Andhra Pradesh
Cyclone Murasu has weakened into a depression over Telangana and Andhra Pradesh. IMD predicts it will become a low-pressure area soon.
The threat from Severe Cyclonic Storm Murasu is beginning to subside as the system has officially weakened into a depression over east Telangana and adjoining Coastal Andhra Pradesh. According to the latest bulletin from the India Meteorological Department (IMD), the storm is expected to lose further strength, likely transitioning into a well-marked low-pressure area within the next 12 hours.
Current Position and Movement
Based on observations recorded at 5:30 am IST on November 4, 2026, the depression has been moving in a nearly northward direction at a speed of approximately 10 kmph over the preceding six hours. The system was centered near latitude 17.0°N and longitude 80.1°E.
To provide a clearer picture of its location, the IMD noted that the center of the depression was positioned:
- Approximately 30 km northwest of Nandigama in Andhra Pradesh.
- 30 km south of Khammam in Telangana.
- 80 km northwest of Vijayawada in Andhra Pradesh.
- 90 km east of Nalgonda in Telangana.
- 110 km southwest of Bhadrachalam in Telangana.
Weather Warnings and Surveillance
The weather system remains under strict observation. The IMD is utilizing Doppler Weather Radars stationed at Machilipatnam and Visakhapatnam to maintain continuous surveillance over the depression's movement and intensity.
Earlier, S Karuna Sagar, a scientist with the Amaravati Meteorological Department, indicated that while the cyclone's intensity was expected to decrease starting Tuesday night, the region would still face significant weather challenges. Moderate to heavy rainfall was predicted for November 4, with heavy rains specifically likely in the following districts:
- Bapatla
- Guntur
- Krishna
- Palnadu
- NTR
- Eluru
- West Godavari
Authorities have urged residents in these affected areas to remain vigilant and strictly adhere to the guidelines issued by government officials.
Major Disruptions to Railway Services
The impact of Cyclone Murasu extended beyond the weather, causing significant disruptions to transportation. Nusrat M. Mandrupkar, the PRO for the Vijayawada Division, confirmed that train services on the Vijayawada-Ongole-Gudur route were temporarily suspended due to the cyclone conditions.
In total, 29 trains were affected by the weather system, including 19 UP and 10 DOWN trains under regulation. Railway officials have advised passengers to verify the status of their journeys via official platforms such as IRCTC, RailOne, NTES, or by contacting the Railway Enquiry number 139 before traveling.