Cyclone Murasu Crosses India's Andhra Pradesh Coast With Severe Winds

ANDHRA PRADESH, INDIA — Severe Cyclonic Storm Murasu crossed India's Andhra Pradesh coast near Ongole early on Tuesday, November 3, 2026, bringing strong winds, heavy rainfall and the threat of disruption to coastal communities.

According to the India Meteorological Department, the storm crossed between Nellore and Narasapur, close to Ongole, between 3:30 a.m. and 5:30 a.m. Indian Standard Time. Winds were reported at 100–110 kilometres per hour, with gusts reaching 120 kilometres per hour.

Weather warnings and weakening

Following landfall, the system moved inland across southern Andhra Pradesh and was forecast to weaken. The IMD's later bulletins reported a reduction in the storm's strength, but heavy rain and strong winds could still affect communities after the centre crossed the coast.

Local authorities issued weather warnings, and reports from the affected region described disruptions to transport, trees, electricity infrastructure and coastal activity. The full extent of damage was still being assessed; figures concerning casualties or losses should not be assumed until confirmed.

Coastal preparedness

Storm surge, intense rain and wind can pose risks even after a cyclone begins to weaken. Local residents and travellers have been directed to monitor Indian meteorological and disaster-management advisories as conditions evolve.

India's official bulletins remain the primary reference for the storm's track, intensity and warning areas. GhanaCurrent will update the report if new verified assessments materially change its impact.

Sources: India Meteorological Department, November 3, 2026 bulletins: https://mausam.imd.gov.in/responsive/cyclone_bulletin_archive.php?id=2 ; Andhra Pradesh State Disaster Management Authority: https://apsdmagis.ap.gov.in/weather-watch/cyclone.html