Cyclone Biparjoy made landfall in Gujarat on Thursday evening, June 15, 2023. The cyclone was classified as a “very severe” cyclonic storm by the India Meteorological Department (IMD). It brought strong winds and heavy rains to the state, causing widespread damage.
Here is some information about Gujarat Cyclone:
- Name: Biparjoy
- Classification: Very Severe Cyclonic Storm
- Origin: Arabian Sea
- Landfall: Jakhau Port, Kutch district, Gujarat, India
- Date: June 15, 2023
- Wind speed: 150-160 kilometers per hour
- Rainfall: More than 200 millimeters in some areas
- Damage: Widespread, including uprooted trees, damage to houses and infrastructure, and power outages
- Relief efforts: The government of Gujarat has been working to provide relief to the affected people. The National Disaster Response Force (NDRF) has been deployed to help with the rescue and relief operations.
References:
- Cyclone Biparjoy – Wikipedia: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Cyclone_Biparjoy
- Cyclone Biparjoy: IMD issues red alert for Gujarat: https://www.livemint.com/news/india/cyclone-biparjoy-imd-issues-red-alert-for-gujarat-heres-what-it-signifies-11686793752397.html
- Cyclone Biparjoy Highlights: Over 21,000 People From Gujarat’S Coastal Districts Shifted To Temporary Shelters: https://www.cnbctv18.com/environment/cyclone-biporjoy-arabian-sea-live-cyclonic-storm-landfall-imd-alert-rains-thunderstorms-gujarat-maharashtra-kerala-karnataka-16905801.htm
- Watch: Gujarat locals brace for cyclone Biparjoy, rope-link village for mobility: https://www.hindustantimes.com/cities/cyclone-biparjoy-live-location-gujarat-jamnagar-weather-preparation-ndrf-locals-brace-for-cyclone-damage-to-property-101686750868413.html