Cyclone Hamoon
Meteorological history | |
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Formed | October 21, 2023 |
Dissipated | October 25, 2023 |
Very severe cyclonic storm | |
3-minute sustained (IMD) | |
Highest winds | 120 km/h (75 mph) |
Highest gusts | 140 km/h (85 mph) |
Lowest pressure | 985 hPa (mbar); 29.09 inHg |
Category 2-equivalent tropical cyclone | |
1-minute sustained (SSHWS/JTWC) | |
Highest winds | 155 km/h (100 mph) |
Highest gusts | 175 km/h (110 mph) |
Lowest pressure | 978 hPa (mbar); 28.88 inHg |
Overall effects | |
Fatalities | 17 |
Missing | 178 |
Damage | $567 million (2023 USD) |
Areas affected | Bangladesh, Myanmar, Northeast India |
Part of the 2023 North Indian Ocean cyclone season |
Very Severe Cyclonic Storm Hamoon[a] (/hɑːˈmun/) was a relatively strong tropical cyclone that made landfall in Bangladesh. The fourth named storm of the 2023 North Indian Ocean cyclone season, Hamoon formed from a low-pressure area over the west-central Bay of Bengal on 21 October 2023. It suddenly strengthened, peaking at Category 2-equivalent intensity with winds of 155 km/h (100 mph) in terms of 1-minute sustained winds. Making landfall, Hamoon rapidly weakened once inland and bringing severe rainfall to Bangladesh.
Meteorological history
The storm intensified into a deep depression on 22 October, and into a cyclonic storm on October 23.[2] Hamoon reached its peak intensity on October 24, with sustained winds of 120km/h (75 mph) and gusts of 140 km/h (85 mph).[3] At approximately 6:00 pm on Tuesday, 24 October 2023, the leading edge of the intense cyclonic storm Hamoon made landfall on the Bangladesh coast, bringing strong winds and intense rainfall to Cox's Bazar.[4] As per Bulletin No. 12 issued by the Bangladesh Meteorological Department, the cyclone has downgraded from a severe cyclone to a regular cyclone.
Impact
Bangladesh
Cyclone Hamoon brought heavy rainfall and strong winds to coastal Bangladesh. So far seventen killed and many injured.[5]
Response
Bangladesh
The government has implemented comprehensive measures to evacuate 1.5 million people from vulnerable areas, relocating them to government shelters across 10 coastal districts in preparation for Cyclone Hamoon.[6] The Chittagong Port Authority has taken precautionary measures by dispatching 88 ships to the deep sea in order to safeguard against potential damages from Cyclone Hamoon.[7]
Volunteers from various organizations, including the Bangladesh Water Development Board, Fire Service, Red Crescent, and other volunteer groups, are prepared to handle the situation.[citation needed] Additionally, the local administration has urged fishermen to seek safe shelter through loudspeakers, and launches have been instructed to anchor in secure positions.[citation needed] The Bangladesh Inland Water Transport Authority (BIWTA) took the precautionary step of suspending the movement of all types of vessels in the Barisal division on Tuesday.[8][9]
India
Several districts of Tamil Nadu are expected to experience heavy rainfall for the next two days as cyclonic storm Hamoon is anticipated to further intensify. A yellow warning has been issued for six districts in the state.[10]
See also
Notes
- ^ The name was suggested by Iran, which is a Persian word referring to inland desert lakes or marshlands. These are formed as natural seasonal reservoirs in areas adjoining the Helmand basin.[1]
References
- ^ "How did Cyclone Hamoon get its name?". The Business Standard. 24 October 2023. Archived from the original on 29 December 2023. Retrieved 24 October 2023.
- ^ "Depression in Bay turns into cyclone Hamoon". The Daily Star. 24 October 2023.
- ^ "'Cyclone Hamoon' takes shape over Bay of Bengal. 10 things to know". Hindustan Times. 23 October 2023.
- ^ "Heavy rainfall, gusty wind hit Cox's Bazar as Hamoon starts making landfall". The Business Standard. 24 October 2023. Retrieved 24 October 2023.
- ^ "seventeen killed as Hamoon lashes Ctg". The Daily Star. 26 October 2023. Retrieved 26 October 2023.
- ^ "Bangladesh evacuating 1.5M people as Cyclone Hamoon approaches". www.aa.com.tr. Retrieved 24 October 2023.
- ^ "88 ships set sail for deep sea to dodge potential damage from Cyclone Hamoon". The Business Standard. 24 October 2023. Retrieved 24 October 2023.
- ^ "Millions urged to evacuate as Bangladesh braces for Cyclone Hamoon-Xinhua". english.news.cn. Retrieved 24 October 2023.
- ^ "Cyclone Hamoon: Vessel movement in Barisal suspended". dhakatribune. Retrieved 24 October 2023.
- ^ Bureau, DTNEXT (24 October 2023). "Cyclone Hamoon: Six districts of TN to receive heavy rain; yellow warning issued". www.dtnext.in. Retrieved 24 October 2023.