{"id":374620,"date":"2026-10-28T16:52:45","date_gmt":"2026-10-28T11:22:45","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/forumias.com\/blog\/?p=374620"},"modified":"2026-10-28T18:35:14","modified_gmt":"2026-10-28T13:05:14","slug":"tropical-cyclone-definition-characteristics-disaster-management-in-india-explained-pointwise","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/forumias.com\/blog\/tropical-cyclone-definition-characteristics-disaster-management-in-india-explained-pointwise\/","title":{"rendered":"Tropical Cyclone &#8211; Definition, Characteristics &#038; Disaster Management in India &#8211; Explained Pointwise"},"content":{"rendered":"<p data-pm-slice=\"1 1 []\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-374629\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/forumias.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/Gemini_Generated_Image_ctw7jjctw7jjctw7.png?resize=750%2C409&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"Tropical cyclone\" width=\"750\" height=\"409\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/forumias.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/Gemini_Generated_Image_ctw7jjctw7jjctw7.png?w=1408&amp;ssl=1 1408w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/forumias.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/Gemini_Generated_Image_ctw7jjctw7jjctw7.png?resize=300%2C164&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/forumias.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/Gemini_Generated_Image_ctw7jjctw7jjctw7.png?resize=1024%2C559&amp;ssl=1 1024w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/forumias.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/Gemini_Generated_Image_ctw7jjctw7jjctw7.png?resize=768%2C419&amp;ssl=1 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 750px) 100vw, 750px\" \/><\/p>\n<p data-pm-slice=\"1 1 []\">Cyclone Arnab has rapidly advanced towards the Andhra Pradesh coast in recent hours and is expected to make landfall on Wednesday. Named by Bangladesh under the regional cyclone-naming system, it has been classified as a \u2018Very Severe Cyclonic Storm\u2019.<\/p>\n<p data-pm-slice=\"1 1 []\">Tropical cyclones are a major geographical hazard for India, with nearly 8% of the country\u2019s geographical area across 13 coastal States and Union Territories being vulnerable to severe cyclones. This underscores the importance of effective disaster preparedness, mitigation and risk-reduction measures.<\/p>\n<table style=\"width: 100%; border-collapse: collapse; border-style: solid; background-color: #ebe89d;\">\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"width: 100%; text-align: center;\"><strong>Table of Contents<\/strong><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"width: 100%;\"><a href=\"#h1\">What is a Tropical Cyclone? What are its Key Characteristics?<\/a><br \/>\n<a href=\"#toc1\">About the Cyclones in India<\/a><br \/>\n<a href=\"#toc2\">What are the cyclone-prone regions of India?<\/a><br \/>\n<a href=\"#toc3\">What are the socio-economic impacts of cyclones in India?<\/a><br \/>\n<a href=\"#toc4\">What are the Cyclone disaster management mitigation and preparedness measures in India?<\/a><br \/>\n<a href=\"#toc5\">What are the issues with Cyclone disaster management In India?<\/a><br \/>\n<a href=\"#toc6\">What should be done to ensure proper cyclone disaster management in India?<\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<h2 class=\"blue-h2-box\"><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><strong><a id=\"h1\"><\/a>What is a Tropical Cyclone? What are its Key Characteristics?<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li>A tropical cyclone is a rapidly rotating storm system that forms over warm ocean waters, featuring a low-pressure center, strong winds, and heavy thunderstorm bands.<\/li>\n<li>They are termed tropical cyclones because they develop predominantly over warm tropical oceans.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><strong>Key Characteristics:<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n<ol>\n<li><strong>Low-pressure centre:<\/strong> Air moves towards the low-pressure centre and rises, creating clouds and rainfall.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Anatomy of Tropical Cyclone<\/strong>: Tropical cyclone consists of:\n<ol style=\"list-style-type: lower-alpha;\">\n<li><b data-path-to-node=\"5,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\">The Eye:<\/b> The calm, roughly circular area at the center of the storm (typically 20 to 65 km in diameter). It features light winds, clear skies, and extremely low surface atmospheric pressure.<\/li>\n<li><b data-path-to-node=\"5,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\">The Eyewall:<\/b> A ring of towering cumulonimbus clouds surrounding the eye. This is where the storm&#8217;s most severe weather, strongest winds, and heaviest precipitation occur.<\/li>\n<li><b data-path-to-node=\"5,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\">Rainbands:<\/b> Curved bands of clouds and thunderstorms that spiral outward from the eyewall, producing heavy bursts of rain and wind.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<\/li>\n<li><strong>Storm Surge<\/strong>: Strong winds and low atmospheric pressure raise sea levels near the coast, potentially causing severe coastal flooding.<\/li>\n<li><strong>No Fronts<\/strong>: Unlike temperate cyclones, tropical cyclones generally do not have warm and cold fronts.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Energy Source:<\/strong> They derive energy mainly from warm ocean water and the release of latent heat during condensation.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<h2><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><strong>Prerequisites for Formation of Tropical Cyclone:<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n<ol>\n<li><b data-path-to-node=\"9,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\">Warm Ocean Water:<\/b> Surface sea temperatures of at least <b data-path-to-node=\"9,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"55\">26.5\u00b0C (80\u00b0F)<\/b> extending down to a depth of around 50 meters.<\/li>\n<li><b data-path-to-node=\"9,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\">Atmospheric Instability:<\/b> Warm, moist air rising rapidly from the sea surface.<\/li>\n<li><b data-path-to-node=\"9,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\">Coriolis Effect:<\/b> Sufficient Earth rotation forces (typically occurring at least 5\u00b0 of latitude away from the equator) to induce the storm&#8217;s spin.<\/li>\n<li><b data-path-to-node=\"9,3,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\">Low Vertical Wind Shear:<\/b> Minimal change in wind speed or direction with altitude, allowing the vertical storm structure to remain intact.<\/li>\n<li><strong>High Humidity<\/strong>: Abundant moisture in the lower and middle troposphere promotes cloud formation and releases latent heat through condensation.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Pre-existing Low-Pressure Disturbance:<\/strong> An initial low-pressure system or atmospheric disturbance provides the starting point for the development of a cyclone.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<h2><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><strong>Tropical Cyclone-Affected Regions:<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-374624\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/forumias.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/Screenshot-2026-10-28-162637.png?resize=750%2C516&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"Tropical Cyclone\" width=\"750\" height=\"516\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/forumias.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/Screenshot-2026-10-28-162637.png?w=859&amp;ssl=1 859w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/forumias.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/Screenshot-2026-10-28-162637.png?resize=300%2C206&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/forumias.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/Screenshot-2026-10-28-162637.png?resize=768%2C528&amp;ssl=1 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 750px) 100vw, 750px\" \/><\/p>\n<h2><strong><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">Regional Terminology<\/span>:<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>Tropical cyclones are known by different names in different ocean basins:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Hurricanes<\/strong>: Used for tropical cyclones in North Atlantic Ocean &amp; Northeastern Pacific Ocean.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Typhoons<\/strong>: Used for tropical cyclones in Northwestern Pacific Ocean.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Cyclones<\/strong>: Used for tropical cyclones in Indian Ocean.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Willy-willies<\/strong>: A traditional term associated with tropical cyclones in Australia.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Bagyo<\/strong>: The local term for tropical cyclones in the Philippines.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Taino<\/strong>: A historical Caribbean term associated with hurricanes.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-374625\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/forumias.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/Screenshot-2026-10-28-163928.png?resize=750%2C370&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"Tropical Cyclone\" width=\"750\" height=\"370\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/forumias.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/Screenshot-2026-10-28-163928.png?w=1047&amp;ssl=1 1047w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/forumias.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/Screenshot-2026-10-28-163928.png?resize=300%2C148&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/forumias.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/Screenshot-2026-10-28-163928.png?resize=1024%2C506&amp;ssl=1 1024w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/forumias.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/Screenshot-2026-10-28-163928.png?resize=768%2C379&amp;ssl=1 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 750px) 100vw, 750px\" \/><\/p>\n<h2 class=\"blue-h2-box\"><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><span style=\"color: #000000; text-decoration: underline;\"><strong><a id=\"toc1\"><\/a>Tropical Cyclones in India:<\/strong><\/span><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>India\u2019s North Indian Ocean (NIO) region, which encompasses the Bay of Bengal and the Arabian Sea, witnesses high frequency of cyclones. This poses significant threat to the Indian 7,500 km coastline, along with Lakshadweep and the Andaman and Nicobar Islands.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Cyclones from the Bay of Bengal:<\/strong> The Bay of Bengal has experienced an 8% decrease in cyclonic storms in the recent period (2001-2019), compared to the previous period (1982-2000). However, it still dominates in terms of cyclone frequency and intensity compared to the Arabian Sea. These cyclones often originate on the eastern side of the North Indian Ocean (NIO) Basin and initially move in a west-northwesterly direction.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Cyclones from the Arabian Sea: <\/strong>Cyclones in the Arabian Sea are less frequent but no less dangerous. However, there has been a 52% increase in the number of cyclonic storms over the Arabian Sea (2001-2019), compared to the previous period (1982-2000).<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2 class=\"blue-h2-box\"><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><span style=\"color: #000000; text-decoration: underline;\"><strong><a id=\"toc2\"><\/a>What are the cyclone-prone regions of India?<\/strong><\/span><\/span><\/h2>\n<figure id=\"attachment_273138\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-273138\" style=\"width: 1536px\" class=\"wp-caption alignleft\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-273138 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/forumias.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Cyclone-disaster-management-in-India_progress-and-challenges_Explained_-pointwise-1536x1056-1.jpg?resize=750%2C516&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"Cyclone Disaster Management In India\" width=\"750\" height=\"516\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/forumias.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Cyclone-disaster-management-in-India_progress-and-challenges_Explained_-pointwise-1536x1056-1.jpg?w=1536&amp;ssl=1 1536w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/forumias.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Cyclone-disaster-management-in-India_progress-and-challenges_Explained_-pointwise-1536x1056-1.jpg?resize=300%2C206&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/forumias.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Cyclone-disaster-management-in-India_progress-and-challenges_Explained_-pointwise-1536x1056-1.jpg?resize=1024%2C704&amp;ssl=1 1024w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/forumias.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Cyclone-disaster-management-in-India_progress-and-challenges_Explained_-pointwise-1536x1056-1.jpg?resize=768%2C528&amp;ssl=1 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 750px) 100vw, 750px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-273138\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Source- IMD<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h2 class=\"blue-h2-box\"><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><span style=\"color: #000000; text-decoration: underline;\"><strong><a id=\"toc3\"><\/a>What are the socio-economic impacts of cyclones in India?<\/strong><\/span><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Cyclones in India wreak significant havoc, leading to catastrophic socio-economic impacts. These impacts are not only direct, such as property damage and loss of life, but also indirect, affecting long-term economic development and societal well-being.<\/p>\n<ol>\n<li><strong>Loss of life and displacement:<\/strong>\u00a0Historically, cyclones in India have resulted in substantial loss of life. Cyclones also often lead to mass displacement, as people are forced to evacuate their homes due to the imminent danger, leading to social disruption. <strong>For e.g.<\/strong> the 1999 Odisha cyclone claimed over 10,000 lives. The cyclone also resulted in mass displacement of people.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Damage to infrastructure:<\/strong>\u00a0Cyclones cause significant infrastructure damage. This impacts transportation, communication, electricity, and water supply. <strong>For e.g.<\/strong> Cyclone Tauktae in 2021 caused widespread damage to roads, bridges and buildings in Gujarat and Maharashtra.<\/li>\n<li><strong>High economic losses:<\/strong>\u00a0The economic impact extends to sectors like agriculture, fisheries, and tourism, affecting the country\u2019s GDP. <strong>For e.g.<\/strong> Cyclone Fani, which hit Odisha in 2019, resulted in losses estimated at $1.81 billion.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Impacts on livelihoods:<\/strong>\u00a0Cyclones also negatively impact livelihoods, particularly for fishermen and farmers. <strong>For e.g.<\/strong> Cyclone Amphan (2020) in West Bengal disrupted the livelihoods of millions, causing an estimated $13 billion in damage.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Effects on public health:<\/strong>\u00a0Post-cyclone conditions can lead to the spread of waterborne diseases, creating a public health crisis. <strong>For e.g.<\/strong> Outbreak of Cholera after Amphan.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Impact on education:<\/strong> Cyclones often result in the closure of schools, causing educational disruption. The schools are often used as shelter homes during the cyclones.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Long-term economic development:<\/strong>\u00a0The high cost of post-disaster recovery diverts resources from other areas of economic development. This slows down the overall economic progress of the region.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<h2 class=\"blue-h2-box\"><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><span style=\"color: #000000; text-decoration: underline;\"><strong><a id=\"toc4\"><\/a>What are the Cyclone disaster management mitigation and preparedness measures in India?<\/strong><\/span><\/span><\/h2>\n<ol>\n<li><strong>Early warning systems:<\/strong> India Meteorological Department (IMD) early warning system help in the early detection of cyclones. This helps in issuing timely warnings that help evacuate people and limit damage.<\/li>\n<li><strong>National Cyclone Risk Mitigation Project (NCRMP):<\/strong> NCRMP, supported by the World Bank, aims to enhance the preparedness and resilience of coastal communities. This is achieved through the construction of cyclone shelters, infrastructure development, and improved access routes for effective evacuation.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Cyclone Shelters<\/strong>: Construction of multipurpose cyclone shelters in vulnerable coastal areas to protect people during severe cyclones.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Coastal Protection Initiatives:<\/strong> Natural barriers have been created like mangrove plantations and artificial barriers like sea walls and embankments to reduce the impact of cyclones.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Infrastructure Retrofitting:<\/strong> Indian government has initiated a retrofitting program to strengthen cyclone shelters in vulnerable areas.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Integrated Coastal Zone Management (ICZM) Project:<\/strong> This initiative is designed to enhance the resilience of coastal areas through sustainable environmental practices. The project includes mapping vulnerable zones, promoting conservation, and implementing sustainable livelihood strategies for local communities.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Colour-coding of cyclones By IMD: <\/strong>The well-known colour-coding of natural disasters seeks to alert people to the risks\u2019 potential severity in advance. Green, yellow, orange, and red are the colours that IMD uses.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Community-based disaster management:<\/strong>\u00a0These programs are implemented to raise awareness and train communities for cyclone preparedness. <strong>For e.g.<\/strong> In Odisha, locals have been trained to effectively respond during cyclones.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Use of technology:<\/strong> Technology, such as Geographic Information System (GIS) mapping, have been used to help identify vulnerable zones and plan evacuation routes. This technology was notably used during Cyclone Fani in 2019.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Coordinated efforts:<\/strong> Effective disaster management requires coordinated efforts among various agencies, such as the National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA), State Disaster Management Authorities (SDMAs), IMD and local administrations.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Evacuation planning:<\/strong>\u00a0Comprehensive evacuation plans are developed for vulnerable regions. <strong>For e.g.<\/strong>\u00a0During Cyclone Amphan in 2020, these plans facilitated the evacuation of over two million people in West Bengal and Bangladesh.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<table style=\"width: 100%; border-collapse: collapse; border-style: solid;\">\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"width: 100%;\">Read More- <a href=\"https:\/\/forumias.com\/blog\/el-nino-concept-and-impacts\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">El Nino: Concept and impacts<\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<h2 class=\"blue-h2-box\"><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><span style=\"color: #000000; text-decoration: underline;\"><strong><a id=\"toc5\"><\/a>What are the issues with Cyclone disaster management In India?<\/strong><\/span><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>India has made considerable progress in managing cyclone disasters, especially in terms of evacuation and early warning systems. However, several challenges persist that need to be addressed for a more effective cyclone disaster management system.<\/p>\n<ol>\n<li><strong>Gaps in Early-Warning Dissemination<\/strong>: Warnings may not reach remote fishing communities and vulnerable populations in time.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Ignorance of cyclone warnings:<\/strong>\u00a0One-third of the population of India which lives in the coastal area is poor and marginalized, rendering it ill-prepared and unable to cope with a disaster. On a few occasions, the warnings were not taken seriously by the local communities, thereby making it more disastrous. <strong>For e.g.<\/strong> During Ockhi cyclone disaster warnings were ignored by local bodies.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Incapacity of State disaster management forces:<\/strong> State disaster response forces lack the capacity and preparedness to effectively respond to disasters. As they are ill-prepared to respond, the onus of response always falls on the NDRF rendering golden hour response unavailable.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Inadequate infrastructure:<\/strong> Many coastal areas lack sufficient cyclone shelters, evacuation routes and cyclone-resistant housing. Critical infrastructure, including power lines, roads and communication networks, remains vulnerable to high winds and storm surges.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Communication barriers:<\/strong>\u00a0Language barriers, illiteracy, and the lack of access to communication tools in rural and marginalized communities hinders the effective dissemination of early warnings and instructions.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Limited Protection of Livelihoods<\/strong>: Fishing communities, farmers and informal workers face significant income losses. Preparedness plans may not adequately address crop damage, livestock protection, fishing restrictions and livelihood restoration.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Insufficient post-disaster response:<\/strong>\u00a0There is a noticeable lack of attention given to post-disaster response in India. <strong>For e.g.<\/strong> During Cyclone Jawad, many farmers resorted to distress selling and premature harvesting.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<h2 class=\"blue-h2-box\"><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><span style=\"color: #000000; text-decoration: underline;\"><strong><a id=\"toc6\"><\/a>What should be done to ensure proper cyclone disaster management in India?<\/strong><\/span><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>To ensure effective cyclone disaster management in India, several measures and actions can be taken. Here are some key steps that can be implemented:<\/p>\n<ol>\n<li><strong>Strengthen early warning systems:<\/strong> Strengthen early warning systems by investing in advanced technologies, such as weather radar systems and satellite imagery, to improve cyclone tracking and prediction.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Improve communication and dissemination:<\/strong>\u00a0Multiple mediums, including mobile networks, radio, television, and social media, should be used to ensure widespread dissemination. <strong>For e.g.<\/strong> Odisha Disaster Management.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Enhance preparedness and response planning:<\/strong> Regular drills and exercises must be conducted to test the effectiveness of response mechanisms. Coordination among various stakeholders, including government agencies, civil society organizations, and the public must be improved.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Strengthen infrastructure and resilience:<\/strong> Investment in the construction and retrofitting of cyclone-resistant infrastructure, including cyclone shelters, coastal embankments, and resilient housing must be increased.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Community engagement and capacity building:<\/strong> Regular training programs and workshops to build the capacity of communities, local leaders, and volunteers in disaster management techniques must be conducted.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Integration of technology: <\/strong>Technological advancements, such as remote sensing, geospatial mapping, and early warning systems must be leveraged, to enhance cyclone monitoring, forecasting, and response.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Improve Post-Disaster Monitoring<\/strong>: Conduct damage assessments, audit relief distribution and evaluate disaster-response performance to identify gaps and improve preparedness.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><strong>Conclusion:\u00a0<\/strong><\/span>India should move towards a proactive, technology-driven and community-centred approach that integrates early warning, resilient infrastructure, and effective local governance to minimise cyclone-related losses.<\/p>\n<table style=\"width: 100%; border-collapse: collapse; border-style: solid;\">\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"width: 100%;\">Read More: <a href=\"https:\/\/indianexpress.com\/article\/explained\/arnab-smashes-into-the-east-coast-how-cyclones-are-named-10940425\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Indian Express<\/a><br \/>\nUPSC Syllabus:<br \/>\nGS-1: Geography<br \/>\nGS-3: Disaster Management: Disaster and disaster management.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Cyclone Arnab has rapidly advanced towards the Andhra Pradesh coast in recent hours and is expected to make landfall on Wednesday. Named by Bangladesh under the regional cyclone-naming system, it has been classified as a \u2018Very Severe Cyclonic Storm\u2019. Tropical cyclones are a major geographical hazard for India, with nearly 8% of the country\u2019s geographical&hellip; <a class=\"more-link\" href=\"https:\/\/forumias.com\/blog\/tropical-cyclone-definition-characteristics-disaster-management-in-india-explained-pointwise\/\">Continue reading <span class=\"screen-reader-text\">Tropical Cyclone &#8211; Definition, Characteristics &#038; Disaster Management in India &#8211; Explained Pointwise<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":10391,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"jetpack_post_was_ever_published":false,"footnotes":""},"categories":[130],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-374620","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","hentry","category-7-pm","entry"],"jetpack_featured_media_url":"","views":"","jetpack_sharing_enabled":true,"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/forumias.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/374620","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/forumias.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/forumias.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/forumias.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/10391"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/forumias.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=374620"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/forumias.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/374620\/revisions"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/forumias.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=374620"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/forumias.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=374620"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/forumias.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=374620"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}