Cyclone Nisarga Highlights: The worst has passed, says NDRF chief; Nisarga claims 4 lives in Maharashtra

Cyclone Nisarga makes landfall and there is slight reduction in wind speed, which is now around 90-100 kmph. At the time of landfall in Alibaug, the wind speed was 100-110 kmph. It will move northeastwards and weaken into a cyclonic storm during next 3 hrs. Hanging over the Arabian Sea, 110 kilometres from Mumbai, Nisarga is moving at a speed of 100 kilometres per hour. Already down on its knees from the raging COVID-19 pandemic, Mumbai has been hit by a cyclone after a gap of 129 years, weather experts said. Stay tuned for live updates.

Track cyclone Nisarga nearing Maharashtra coast here

Heavy rainfall reported in Mumbai and suburbs

Nisarga leaves 4 dead

The Nisarga cyclone has left a trail of destruction and claimed four lives in Maharashtra.On Wednesday, Nisarga made its landfall off Alibaug coast in Raigad district and then swept through the Pune district's city areas and urban landscape.
As on Thursday morning, the cyclone system is over Nashik and North Maharashtra region.

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Cyclone weakened over west Vidarbha: IMD

Deep Depression weakened into a Depressionover west Vidarbha (Maharashtra) at 0530 IST of 4th June, to move east-northeastwards and weaken into a Well Marked Low-Pressure Area (WML) by today evening: India Meteorological Department (IMD)

NDRF teams move to Raigad for restoration work post-cyclone

More teams of National Disaster Response Force (NDRF) moved to Raigad for restoration work post-CycloneNisarga. Total 20 teams deployed across Maharashtra, 7 teams each in Raigad & Mumbai for restoration work: Satya Pradhan, Director General of NDRF

Maharashtra CM Uddhav Thackeray thanks people who safeguarded the state

The worst has passed: NDRF chief

Overall, the worst has passed and the cyclone situation was well-negotiated because of timely preparations and coordination between central and state authorities: NDRF chief S N Pradhan on Cyclone Nisarga

Indore, Ujjain on alert as Cyclone Nisarga likely to enter Madhya Pradesh

Authorities in Indore and Ujjain divisions in the western part of Madhya Pradesh have been asked to be prepared to deal with the impact of Cyclone 'Nisarga', which is likely to hit the state on Thursday, an IMD official said.

The cyclonic storm is likely to enter Khandwa, Khargone and Burhanpur districts in the state between 7 am and 11 am on Thursday, the official said.

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Workers clear uprooted trees from a road following rains and strong winds triggered by Cyclone Nisarga, at Alibag in Navi Mumbai, Wednesday, June 3, 2020. (PTI Photo)

'Nisarga'-caused rains turn boon for North Karnataka

Intermittent light to moderate rains in North Karnataka caused by 'Nisarga' cyclone which posed a severe threat to Maharashtra has become a blessing in disguise for the region, as it has cut short the harsh summer, and has brought early monsoon-like effect, creating an appropriate situation for farming activities.

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Overall, the worst has passed: NDRF chief S N Pradhan

Overall, the worst has passed and the cyclone situation was well negotiated because of timely preparations and coordination between central and state authorities: NDRF chief S N Pradhan (PTI)

Deployment of 20 teams of NDRF in Maharashtra

1. Mumbai 7 teams
2. Raigad 7 teams
3. Palghar 2 teams
4. Thane 1 team
5. Ratnagiri 2 teams
6. Sindhudurg 1 team

6 flights diverted and 1 cancelled due to weather conditions at Pune Airport, Maharashtra today: Airport Director

We all live & work for safety of citizens: DG, NDRF

"#TEAMNDRFINDIA being felicitated by citizens of Thane for services in Cyclone Nisarga. We all live & work for safety of citizens. When we get such love in return we treasure forever.Thanks Thane!" says IPS, DG National Disaster Response Force Satya Pradhan.

Mumbai Police: Standing Strong To Face Any Storm

Severe Cyclonic Storm ‘NISARGA’ weakens into a Cyclonic Storm

Severe Cyclonic Storm ‘NISARGA’ weakens into a Cyclonic Storm over coastal Maharashtra. Light to moderate rainfall at most places, heavy to very heavy falls at isolated places very likely in Maharashtra and Madhya Pradesh during next 24 hours: India Meteorological Department

Extremely heavy rainfall is very likely in parts of Maharashtra

Extremely heavy rainfall is very likely to occur at isolated places in Raigad, Dhule, Nandurbar, Nashik districts & heavy to very heavy rainfall in Thane, Ratnagiri, Sindhudurg, Ahmednagar, Pune, Kolhapur, Satara districts in Maharashtra during the next two & half hours: IMD

Restoration of power supply has been started in Ratnagiri & Shrivardhan in Maharashtra

Restoration of power supply has been started in Ratnagiri & Shrivardhan. Power supply in Murud, Mandgaon, Goregaon, Alibag, Mhasala, Guhagar, Dapoli taluquas where power supply was switched off from EHV stations will be restored as soon as wind & rain slow down: Maharashtra Govt (ANI)

IMD issues warning for fishermen

Fishermen are advised not to venture into Eastcentral and Northeast Arabian Sea and along & off Karnataka-Goa-Maharashtra-south Gujarat coasts during next 12 hours.

Light to moderate rainfall at most places very likely over north Madhya Maharashtra

Light to moderate rainfall at most places with heavy to very heavy falls at isolated places very likely over north Madhya Maharashtra, Marathawada, Vidarbha and south Madhya Pradesh during next 24 hours.

Light to moderate rainfall at most places with heavy to very heavy falls at isolated places over south Konkan & Goa and south Gujarat region during next 12 hours.

BMC issues guidelines for Mumbaikars

Post cyclone & rains, there could be rise in cases like monsoon related diseases in
addition to corona virus illness.
All citizens are requested not to ignore any fever and not to self-medicate.

Watch for any symptoms for next 7 to 10 days. If any symptoms appears like fever
with chills, joint pains, rashes, cough, breathlessness, diarohea, vomiting, sore throat,
jaundice, then immediately visit nearby dispensary or inform the Community health
Volunteer or consult your doctors.

WATCH | Evacuation at Siyadbet Island, Jafrabad, Amreli,Gujarat Shifted villagers

43 teams of NDRF in action in Maharashtra and Gujarat

43 teams of NDRF in action in Maharashtra and Gujarat

Central and state authorities have taken necessary precautions to restrict the damage

The severe cyclonic storm has already weakened into a cyclonic storm

Flight operations resume at Mumbai's Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport. Arrivals and departures were suspended at 2:30 pm due strong crosswinds induced by Cyclone Nisarga: Spokesperson

Many trees have fallen in Roha, Revdanda ,Srivardhan areas: NDRF

Many trees have fallen in Roha, Revdanda ,Srivardhan areas.There have been tree falling incidents on Mumbai-Pune Expressway too, but traffic flow wasn't affected, says Commander of NDRF Anupam Srivastava

Severe Cyclonic storm NISARGA crossing Maharashtra coast as observed from DWR Mumbai.

Threat for Mumbai is almost over: Mahesh Palawat

"Threat for Mumbai is almost over. Rains to continue until tonight but winds will not exceed 50 Kmph. Eye of Cyclone Nisarga has completed landfall," tweeted Mahesh Palawat, vice president, meteorology & climate change, Skymet Weather.

In Pics | Houses damaged from Sindhudurg Dist Maharashtra (Source: NDRF)

WATCH | Visuals of Srivardhan near Alibaug, Raigad District of Maharashtra

One dies in Raigad district as electric pole collapses

One dies in Maharashtra's Raigad district as an electric pole collapses.

Do not step out of houses unless we complete damage assessment, says District Collector Nidhi Choudhary

BMC Commissioner Iqbal Singh Chahal visited Irla Pumping Station

BMC Commissioner Iqbal Singh Chahal visited Irla Pumping Station, Juhu to check on its preparedness and anti flooding measures, ensuring that the city is ready for the monsoons.

Severe cyclonic storm Nisarga has crossed Raigad: IMD

Severe cyclonic storm Nisarga has crossed Raigad Dist. Now we are experiencing post-landfall effect with a wind speed of 90-100kmph in Mumbai and Thane & moderate to heavy to very heavy rainfall: Shubhangi Bhute, Scientist, IMD, Mumbai (ANI)

Cyclone Nisarga: Strong winds pull down trees, damage property across Mumbai

WATCH | Cyclone Nisarga: Strong winds in Mumbai's Nariman Point

Severe Cyclone Nisarga crosses Maharashtra coast

Severe Cyclone Nisarga crosses Maharashtra coast with wind speed of 100-110 kmph gusting to 120 kmph

Warning for north Maharashtra & adjoining south Gujarat coasts: Red message

Very likely to weaken into a Cyclonic Storm during next 06 hours. (PIB)

Cyclone Nisarga: Over 40,000 living near sea coast in Mumbai evacuated

Over 40,000 people living near the sea coast in Mumbai were shifted to safer places in view of the cyclone 'Nisarga' which made a landfall at Alibaug in neighbouring Raigad district of Maharashtra on Wednesday, officials said.

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Cyclone Nisarga forces diversion of Konkan railway trains

Cyclone Nisarga and heavy rain in the Konkan region in Maharashtra has led tothe diversion of four trains of Konkan railway that had commenced journey on Tuesday (June 2).

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WATCH | Visuals from Grain Godown,Mangaon,Raigad

Maharashtra: Trees and poles fall as Cyclone Nisarga makes landfall near Alibaug

Cyclone 'Nisarga' has made landfall near Alibaug on Maharashtra coast with the wind speed of more than 110 kms per hour and heavy rainfall, leading to falling of many trees and electricity poles, a Raigad district official said.

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Nisarga lay centered at 1430 hrs of the 03rd June 2020 over coastal Maharashtra

Nisarga lay centered at 1430 hrs of the 03rd June 2020 over coastal Maharashtra near lat. 18.5°n and long. 73.2°e close to the east-southeast of Alibaug, 75 km southeast of Mumbai (Colaba) and 65 km west of Pune.
Current intensity (near center) 90-100 kmph gusting to 110 kmph. (PIB)

Cyclone Nisarga: Landfall process is over

Landfall process of the cycline storm is over at the Arabian Sea, and there is slight reduction in wind speed. The wind speed is now around 90-100 kmph, according to reports.
At the time of landfall in Alibag, the wind speed was 100-110 kmph.

WATCH | Tin roof atop a building in Raigad blown away due to strong winds as Cyclone Nisarga lands along Maharashtra coast (Source: NDRF)

CM Uddhav Thackeray holding meeting with District Collectors over video conferencing to review cyclone situation, according to reports

Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport witnessed a runway excursion today

Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport witnessed a runway excursion today with FedEx flight 5033 arriving from Bengaluru. The incident occurred when the MD11 aircraft landed on runway 14/32. The aircraft was towed away from the runway and there has been no disruption in flight operations.

In consultation with AAI, considering the strong crosswinds, it has been decided that no arrivals and departures will take place between 14:30-19:00 hrs.

Mobile network services disrupted in some parts of Raigad district: Nidhi Choudhari, District Magistrate

Over 40,000 people living near sea coast in Mumbai shifted to safer places

Threat for Mumbai is almost over. Rains to continue until tonight but winds will not exceed 50 kmph: @SkymetWeather

Tin roof atop a building in Raigarh blown away due to strong winds as Cyclone Nisarga lands along Maharashtra: NDRF

We have faced several storms together, this too shall pass: CP Mumbai Police

Mumbai, we have survived several storms together. This cyclone shall pass too. As always, just take all necessary precautions, follow the guidelines and don’t believe in any rumours. Trust only official sources. Take care. #TakingOnNisarga

— CP Mumbai Police (@CPMumbaiPolice) June 3, 2020

Cyclone's current intensity is 90-100 kmph: IMD

The rear part of the wall cloud region is still over the sea and the landfall process will be completed in one hour. Its current intensity near the centre is 90-100 kmph to 110 kmph. It will move northeastwards and weaken into a cyclonic storm during next 6 hrs: IMD

Cyclone Nisarga lands near Alibaug, Raigad

Eye of the Cyclone likely to make landfall in 1 to 2 hrs

Cyclone to enter Mumbai, Thane in the next 3 hours

Cyclone Nisarga wind speed is currently 100-110 kmph. It will gradually enter Mumbai & Thane districts of Maharashtra in next 3 hours: IMD

43 NDRF teams deployed in Maharashtra, Gujarat: SN Pradhan

About 43 National Disaster Response Force (NDRF) teams are deployed in the two states; of which 21 are in Maharashtra and 16 are in Gujarat. Nearly 1 lakh people have been evacuated from the cyclone spot: SN Pradhan, NDRF Director General

Cyclone Nisarga moving along predicted path: NDRF DG

Cyclone Nisarga is moving along the predicted path and is expected to make landfall between 2 pm and 4:30 pm on Wednesday around Alibaug in Maharashtra, NDRF chief S N Pradhan said.

The Director General (DG) of the federal contingency force said a total of 43 teams of the National Disaster Response Force (NDRF) are deployed in the two states of Gujarat and Maharashtra.

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Evacuation process still going on in Daman: NDRF

We cannot tell about the exact number of evacuations but around 3000 people have been evacuated in Daman and few operations are still going on: AK Pathak, Deputy Commandant, NDRF (National Disaster Response Force).

Ward officers evacuate people from dangerous settlements

Ward officers of wards closer to western coast such as A, G/South, G/North, H/West, K/West, P/North, R/Central, R/South instructed to evacuate people from dangerous and coastal settlements to safer places.

The landfall process to be completed in the next 3 hours: IMD

Cyclone Nisargamakes landfall, starting with the north-east sector of the eye of the cyclonic system. The landfall process will be completed in the next 3 hours, says IMD Rainfall is continuing along Maharasthra coast.

In view of cyclone Nisarga, no vehicular movement is permitted on the Bandra-Worli Sea Link: Mumbai Police

Cyclone Nisarga makes landfall along Maharashtra coast, process will be completed during next 3 hours. Visuals from Mumbai.

'Nisarga making landfall in south of Alibaug'

NISARGA is making the landfall south of Alibag now. Strong winds (~120-140 hmph) and Heavy Rains in the Eye wall. Eye wall is fast rotating (anti-clockwise) mass of deep convective clouds wrapped around the EYE, says Madhavan Rajeevan, Secretary, Ministry of Earth Sciences

Cyclone Nisarga inches closer to Raigad

Landfall may begin any moment: IMD

Currently, the outer wall region of Cyclone Nisarga is over Raigad district and the eye of the storm is not over land yet. However, the landfall may begin any moment , says IMD DG

Cyclone: Maha DyCM urges coastal residents to stay indoors

Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar on Wednesday urged people from the states coastal belt to remain in safer places in view of the cyclonic storm Nisarga, which is likely to make landfall in the afternoon.

Pawar said people should not step outside home till the intensity of the storm fades.

Nearly 50,000 people living in coastal areas of south Gujarat, around 4,000 residents of Daman evacuated: Officials

Strong winds uproot trees at Alibaug as cyclone Nisarga approaches the coast.

India's biggest radio telescope GMRT has been shut down due to the upcoming cyclone Nisarga. Though the telescope is not directly in the cyclone path, the site close to the areas through which Nisarga will move. Fingers crossed, tweets NCRA director.

In the wake of Nisarga Cyclone, we have shifted all the carnivores like Tiger, leopard, hyena etc. into their holding areas which are more safe to avoid any damage from tree fall...the zoo emergency response team of 20 peoples including animal keepers, mali, security staff and tree trimming gang with all the necessary equipments are deputed to tackle any untoward incidence...CCTV monitoring of prone areas is being done to have quick response: Mumbai Zoo

Here's a list of the Dos and Don’ts for cyclone Nisarga

As cyclone Nisarga nears Maharshtra-Gujarat coast and flood alert being sounded in several low-lying regions of Mumbai, Thane, Raigad and Ratnagiri. In order to stay safe during this cyclone, here are some of the do’s and don’ts and the necessary actions that are to be taken when nature’s fury strikes.

DO’s

1. Listen to the radio, watch the news, read up on weather forecasts on your digital devices.

2. Keep monitoring the warnings. This will help you prepare for a cyclone emergency.

3. Pass the information to others.

4. Ignore rumours and do not spread them; this will help to avoid panic situations.

5. Believe in the official information.

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BMC has arranged about 35 schools as temporary shelters for citizens, who have been appealed to relocate there: Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation

Mumbai Fire Brigade has been directed to stay alert to respond immediately in case of emergencies. Ninety three lifeguards have been deployed at 6 beaches: Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation

Eight units of National Disaster Response Force and 5 units of Navy have been deployed at various locations in the city. NDRF has 1 team each in Colaba (Ward A), Worli (G/South), Bandra (H/East), Malad (P/South) & Borivali (R/North) and three teams in Andheri (K/West): BMC

Mumbai on tenterhooks as cyclone Nisarga approaches

Cyclonic storm Nisarga, set to make landfall at Alibaug in Raigad district in the afternoon, hovered over the Arabian Sea around 165 km south-southwest of the coastal town and 215 km south-southwest of Mumbai at dawn, a senior IMD official said on Wednesday.

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National Disaster Response Force team along with Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation, evacuated local residents near the seashore in Versova today to safer places, in view of Cyclone Nisarga.

Strong winds and high tides hit Versova Beach in Mumbai. As per IMD, Nisarga Cyclone is likely cross south of Alibag (Raigad) between 1 pm to 3 pm today.

Cyclone Nisarga has become severe cyclonic storm, it is 200 km away from Mumbai. The cyclone is moving north easterly towards Alibag in Raigad district. The severe cyclonic storm Nirsarga is likely cross south of Alibag between 1 pm to 3 pm, says Shubhangi Bhute, Scientist, IMD Mumbai.

As per IMD, there's possibility of 'nature' cyclones/strong winds with rains in BMC area. So, structured inspection of COVID-19 Health Centers set up temporarily at various places in BMC area should be done again by concerned contractors, says Greater Mumbai Municipal Corporation.

Track live updates of COVID-19 cases here

While it’s best that you stay at home during heavy rainfall; but if, for some unavoidable reason, you need to drive your car, please ensure that you carry hammer or objects that can help you break glass in case your car doors get jammed: Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation

Prohibitory orders issued under Section 144 of Criminal Procedure Code (CrPC), in view of cyclonic conditions in the city to ensure that there is no danger to human life, health or safety: Office of the Commissioner of Police, Greater Mumbai.

Central Railway | Cancellations & Reschedules of trains

Due to cyclone Nisarga likely to hit Mumbai area on June 3 the following changes are made for Mumbai bound trains.

Central Railway has rescheduled the following special trains scheduled to leave Mumbai area on 3.6.2020 due to cyclone Nisarg.

• 02542 LTT-Gorakhpur special will leave at 20.00 hrs on 3.6.2020 instead of 11.10 hours

• 06345 LTT-Thiruvananthapuram special will leave at 18.00 hrs on 3.6.2020 instead of 11.40 hours

• 01061 LTT-Darbhanga special will leave at 20.30 hrs on 3.6.2020 instead of 12.15 hours

• 01071 LTT-Varanasi special will leave at 21.00 hrs on 3.6.2020 instead of 12.40 hours

• 01019 CSMT-Bhubaneshwar special will leave at 20.00 hrs instead of 15.05 hours

2. Similarly, the following UP specials scheduled to arrive Mumbai area on June 3 will be regulated/diverted

• 03201 Patna-LTT special schedule to arrive at 11.30 hours on 3.6.2020 to be regulated enroute and arrive behind schedule

• 01094 Varanasi-CSMT special schedule to arrive at 14.15 hours on 3.6.2020 to be regulated enroute and arrive behind schedule

• 06436 Thiruvananthapuram-LTT special scheduled to arrive 16.40 hours on 3.6.2020 will be diverted via Pune to arrive LTT behind schedule.

Cyclone Nisarga has intensified further, eye diameter has decreased to about 65 km during the past hour. Wind speed has increased from 85-95 kmph to 90-100 kmph, gusting to 110 kmph.

Konkan Railway | Diversions and Reschedules of trains

Following Special Trains are diverted/rescheduled due to “Nisarga” cyclone to be hit over North Coastal Maharashtra (i.e. Raigad, Ratnagiri, Sindhudurg districts & Mumbai area) on June 3.

Diversion of Trains :

Train No. 02617 Ernakulam – H. Nizamuddin Special, dated 02/06/2020 is diverted via Madgaon Jn. - Londa – Miraj – Pune – Manmad.

Train No. 06346 Thiruvananthapuram Central – Lokmanya Tilak (T) special dated 02/06/2020 is diverted via Madgaon Jn. - Londa – Miraj – Pune – Kalyan.

Train No. 02432 New Delhi – Thiruvananthapuram Central special dated 02.06.2020 is diverted via Surat – Vasai Road – Kalyan – Miraj – Londa – Madgaon Jn.

Rescheduling of Train :

Train No. 06345 Lokmanya Tilak (T) – Thiruvananthapuram Central Special dated 03/06/2020 is rescheduled at 18:00 hrs on 03/06/2020.

In the wake of Cyclone Nisarga, GVK MIAL that manages the Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport (CSMIA) will be operating a total of 19 flights which include 11 departures and eight arrivals on June 3. The flights will be operated by five airlines which include Air Asia India, Air India, IndiGo, GoAir and SpiceJet. There could be changes to the schedule and passengers are requested to check the schedule with their respective airline before leaving for the airport.

Cyclone Nisarga likely to cross south Gujarat Coast today. Evacuation of people from low lying areas to safer locations is underway. The MET department has predicted extremely heavy rainfall with gusty winds in parts of South Gujarat coastal districts.

Cyclone Nisarga is about 150 km away from Mumbai

Cyclone Nisarga, that could well be one of the worst cyclones to hit the West coast of India, is just around 150 to 160 km off Mumbai. Around noon on Wednesday, the deep depression emanating from the Arabian Sea is expected to make landfall in Alibaug in Raigad district.

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How prepared is Maharashtra to face Cyclone Nisarga?

Maharashtra has put in place several measures but keeping its fingers crossed as Cyclone Nisarga is hours away from hitting the coastal Konkan belt. If the cyclonic formation, currently around 400 km deep in the Arabian Sea, goes as forecast by weathermen, it would be the worst-ever in the documented history of Mumbai and the larger Mumbai metropolitan region (MMR). It is expected to make a landfall in Alibaug, nearly 90 kmfrom Mumbai, around Wednesday noon.

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According to IMD, the deep depression over the Arabian Sea is very likely to intensify into a Severe Cyclonic Storm during next six hours. It is very likely to move north-northeastwards and cross north Maharashtra and adjoining south Gujarat coast between Harihareshwar and Daman, close to Alibagh (Raigad District, Maharashtra) during the afternoon of today the June 3 as a Severe Cyclonic Storm with a maximum sustained wind speed of 100-110 kmph gusting to 120 kmph.

Cyclone Nisarga is approaching North Maharashtra coast with speed of 11 KMPH. It is about 200 km South-SouthWest of Alibag and about 250 km South-SouthWest of Mumbai at 0230 hours IST of June 3.

Take all precautions: IMD Dy Director General of Meteorology

"Mumbai and around rainfall since evening. Now its picked up intensity. Please watch for Nisarga Cyclone updates on IMD websites. Take all precautions," says Dy Director General of Meteorology, India Met Department, Mumbai.

In this satellite image taken from IMD at 19:30 IST shows a depression formed by Cyclone Nisarga. Cyclone Nisarga is very likely to intensify into a "severe cyclonic storm" over the next 12 hours.

In this satellite image taken from India Meteorological Department (IMD) at 19:30 IST shows a depression formed by Cyclone Nisarga. Cyclone Nisarga is very likely to intensify into a "severe cyclonic storm" over the next 12 hours and cross Maharashtra and South Gujarat coast on Wednesday afternoon, the India Meteorological Department (IMD) said on Tuesday. (PTI Photo)

Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport to be operating only 12 arrival flights on June 3

Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport will be operating only 12 arrival flights on June 3. The flights will be operated by 4 airlines which include Air Asia India, Air India, GoAir and SpiceJet to 10 sectors: GVK Mumbai International Airport. (ANI)

NDRF team deployed in Gujarat's Navsari area

National Disaster Response Force (NDRF) team has been deployed in Gujarat's Navsari area in view of Nisarga cyclone. Here are earlier visuals of people being evacuated.

Cyclone is likely to make landfall near Alibaug, Maharashtra tomorrow.

Whole country stands with you: Rahul Gandhi

"Cyclonic storm Nisarga is reaching Maharashtra and Gujarat tomorrow. In this difficult time, the whole country stands with you (Maharashtra and Gujarat). Take care. Be vigilant, stay safe," says Rahul Gandhi.

IndiGo has cancelled 17 flights to and from Mumbai, to only operate three flights from Mumbai tomorrow.

The administration will keep tracking the course of the cyclone: Maharashtra CM

"The administration will keep tracking the course of the cyclone and will keep informing the people through Doordarshan, radio or SMS in a timely manner. Please don’t panic and end up taking wrong steps. I believe that, just like we fought and corona with all our strength and courage, just like that, we’ll avert this crisis and definitely come out of it. Just like you’ve co-operated with me so far, I hope you co-operate even during this crisis. Once again I salute your courage, patience and determination. Let’s face the crisis with courage and emerge out of it," said Maharashtra CM Uddhav Thackeray.

Maharashtra CM said, ""PM Modi, in a call today, said that the state had made the required preparations but the Centre was also with the state which shouldn’t worry about that support."

"Tomorrow and day after are important for the coastal strip. It would be advisable to stay at home on both the days. All the factories and businesses that had reopened would remain shut tomorrow and day after," he said.

Maharashtra CM Uddhav Thackeray in his address to the state:

** Keep batteries, powerbanks charged

* There could be power outages

* Cyclone Nisarga to be accompanied by heavy rains

* Stock drinking water, dry food

* Keep necessary documents, survival equipments in a bag, in case evacuation is needed

We’ve directed the Army, Navy, Air force to be alert: Maharashtra CM

"We hope that the intensity of the cyclone reduces but by the looks of it, looking at the possibilities, the Cyclone is going to make landfall along our coast tomorrow afternoon. It’s going to affect most of our coastal strip and the neighbouring regions," says Maharashtra CM Uddhav Thackeray.
"We are alert. We’ve directed the Army, Navy, Air force to be alert," he said.

15 NDRF teams and SDRF 4 teams have been deployed wherever needed, he said.

Mumbai police has issued order under Section 144 of CrPC prohibiting movement of people on beaches, promenades& other places near coast.

WATCH LIVE | Maharashtra CM Uddhav Thackeray addreses the state

PM Narendra Modi has spoken to CM of Maharashtra and Gujarat

PM Narendra Modi has spoken to CM of Maharashtra Uddhav Thackeray, CM of Gujarat Vijay Rupani and Administrator of Daman Diu, Dadra and Nagar Haveli
Praful K Patel regarding the cyclone situation. He assured all possible support and assistance from the Centre.

Maharashtra CM Uddhav Thackeray will address the state at 8:00 pm

Maharashtra CM Uddhav Thackeray will address the state at 8:00 pm today over Cyclone Nisarga.

NCMC reviews preparedness for Cyclonic Nisarga.

NCMC reviews preparedness for Cyclonic Nisarga.

Ensure complete evacuation of people from low lying areas in cyclone path & return of all fishermen from sea.
Essential medical services to COVID-19 patients must not be disrupted: Cabinet Secretary

Juhu Beach wears a deserted look as red alert is issued due to the possibility of Cyclone Nisarga, in Mumbai, Tuesday, June 2, 2020. (PTI Photo)

Juhu Beach wears a deserted look as red alert is issued due to the possibility of Cyclone Nisarga, in Mumbai, Tuesday, June 2, 2020. According to the India Meteorological Department (IMD), deep depression over East-central Arabian Sea is very likely to move nearly northwards during the next few hours, recurve north-northeastwards thereafter and cross north Maharashtra and adjoining south Gujarat coast. (PTI Photo)

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Indian Navy gears up for Nisarga cyclone response

The Indian Navy has geared up to provide any relief in the wake of approaching Cyclone Nisarga.

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BMC issues guidelines for Mumbaikars ahead of the cyclone as a precautionary measure

Spl arrangements for nuclear plants, chemical industries

The Maharashtra government has taken a series of measures and precautions at nuclear power plants, industries and chemical plants in the Mumbai and neighborhood districts of Palghar, Thane and Raigad. The three districts have several MIDC areas. The Tarapur Atomic Power Station is located in Palghar while several chemical plants are located in Raigad district. The Bhabha Atomic Research Centre is located in Mumbai.

Cyclone Warning for north Maharashtra - south Gujarat coasts: Orange message

Cyclonic Storm ‘NISARGA’ over East Central Arabian Sea: Cyclone Warning for north Maharashtra - south Gujarat coasts: Orange message

Likely to intensify into a severe cyclonic storm during next 12 hours.

Fishermen are advised not to venture into Eastcentral and Northeast Arabian Sea and along & off Karnataka-Goa-Maharashtra-south Gujarat coasts till tomorrow. (PIB)

NDRF has deployed 10 teams for Maharashtra

NDRF teams have surveyed the region and have begun awareness drives among the people.

Cyclonic ‘NISARGA’ over East-central Arabian Sea moved northwards: Disaster Management Unit, Government of Maharashtra,

The Cyclonic Storm ‘NISARGA’ over East-central Arabian Sea moved northwards with a speed of 13 kmph during past 06 hours, and lay centred at 1430 hours IST of today, the 02nd June, 2020 over East-central Arabian Sea near latitude 16.0°N and longitude 71.2°E, about 290 km west-northwest of Panjim (Goa), 380 km south-southwest of Mumbai (Maharashtra) and 600 km south-southwest of Surat (Gujarat).
It is very likely to intensify into a Severe Cyclonic Storm during next 12 hours. It is very likely to move nearly northwards during next few hours, recurve north-northeastwards thereafter and cross north Maharashtra and adjoining south Gujarat coast between Harihareshwar and Daman, close to Alibag (Raigad District, Maharashtra) during the afternoon of 03rd June as a Severe Cyclonic Storm with a maximum sustained wind speed of 100-110 kmph gusting to 120 kmph.

Cyclone Nisarga is likely to cross Alibaug on Wednesday afternoon, with sustained wind speed of 100 - 110 kmph: IMD

Indian Navy teams making preparations in wake of Cyclone Nisarga in Maharshtra

PM Narendra Modi reviews cyclonic conditions in western coast

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday took stock of the situation in the wake of cyclonic conditions in western India.

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Aaditya Thackeray on preparations ahead of tackling Cyclone Nisarga

Deep depression in Arabian Sea intensifies into cyclone: IMD

The deep depression in the Arabian Sea has intensified into a cyclonic storm and will cross the north Maharashtra and south Gujarat coasts on June 3, the India Meteorological Department (IMD) said on Tuesday.

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As a precautionary measure, state authorities have decided to shift nearly 150 asymptomatic COVID-19 patients from the make-shift set up in BKC area to a facility in Worli, which has a covered rooftop.

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District authorities are surveying the villages and people living in kuchcha houses will be evacuated to safer places. In Mumbai, the municipal authorities have drawn up plans to deal with water logging following heavy rainfall. BrihanMumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) has kept its disaster management control room on high alert. Officials from all 24 wards in Mumbai have been asked to identify potentially hazardous and low lying settlements and evacuate people to nearby safer places.

Indian Coast Guard ships, aircraft and on shore stations are continuously relaying warnings about impending adverse weather to merchant vessels and fishermen. Meanwhile fishing vessels have begun to return to the shore.

The National Disaster Response Force (NDRF) has deployed 10 teams at various places in Maharashtra. Anupam Srivastava, Commander, NDRF at Pune said 3 teams have been deployed in Mumbai, 2 each in Raigad and Palghar and 1 each in Thane, Ratnagiri and Sindhudurg. NDRF teams have surveyed the region and have been conducting briefing for the people to explain the damage likely to be caused by the cyclone.

Massive preparations underway to tackle Cyclone Nisarga in Mumbai

Massive preparations and coordination meetings are underway in the Mumbai metropolitan region with India's financial capital hours away from its worst-ever cyclonic impact.
The Cyclone Nisarga is expected to make landfall on Wednesday with wind speed over 105 to 110 kmph.

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According to IMD, Nisarga is very likely to intensify into a Cyclonic Storm during the next six hours and further into a Severe Cyclonic Storm during subsequent 12 hours.

It is very likely to move nearly northwards during next few hours, recurve north-northeastwards thereafter and cross north Maharashtra and adjoining south Gujarat coast between Harihareshwar and Daman, close to Alibag (Raigad District, Maharashtra) during the afternoon of 03rd June as a Severe Cyclonic Storm with a maximum sustained wind speed of 100-110 kmph gusting to 120 kmph, according to IMD.

Maharashtra CM Uddhav Thackeray to chair Cabinet meeting at 3 pm to review the COVID-19 situation and preparations ahead of Cyclone Nisarga.

Cyclone Nisarga will be first big cyclone to hit Mumbai

The cyclone is expected to make a landfall in Maharashtra's coastal Konkan region,particularly the Palghar district, that comes under the Mumbai Metropolitan Region (MMR).

According to IMD records, in the last over a century's time, Mumbai and its suburbs, have not experienced such a cyclone.

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HM Amit Shah assures Vijay Rupani, Uddhav Thackeray help to deal with cyclone; reviews preparations

Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Monday reviewed the preparations in Gujarat and Maharashtra for an impending cyclone and assured the chief ministers of the two western states all possible central help to deal with any situation arising out of it.

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Cyclones and their naming system

Aila, Maya, Nargis, Nilofer might sound like the names of people, but they are, in fact, names of lethal cyclones that brought in massive destruction and loss of lives in the regions adjacent to the Bay of Bengal and the Arabian Sea. The naming of cyclones might seem insensitive or juvenile, but the practice of naming cyclones dates back several centuries when cyclones were usually named after Roman Catholic saints. Although cyclones are primarily named to distinguish one cyclone from another, the naming system has always had a pattern to it.

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The nearly 260 km patch between Raigad and Daman has one of the highest population densities in the country. Apart from Mumbai, it also has satellites cities like Thane, Navi-Mumbai, Panvel, Kalyan-Dombivli, Mira-Bhayander, Vasai-Virar, Ulhasnagar, Badlapur and Ambernath.

The depression will intensify into a deep depression --- the third and fourth stage of any cyclone formation --- by this evening. It will intensify into a cyclonic storm by June 2, the Cyclone Warning Division of the IMD said.

Maharashtra govt prepares for cyclone Nisarga likely to hit on June 3

Meanwhile, on Monday, drizzles were reported from various parts of the Mumbai metropolitan region.

"We have taken all measures. I appeal to fishermen not to venture into the sea," Maharashtra Chief Minister Uddhav Thackeray said.

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