Fishermen warned off Andhra Pradesh coast as heavy rain, strong winds forecast
The Cyclone Warning Centre has issued an alert for fishermen off the Andhra Pradesh coast, forecasting heavy rainfall and wind speeds up to 65 kmph. The warning covers coastal and adjacent districts including Srikakulam, Vizianagaram, and Alluri Sitharama Raju. Such timely forecasts are crucial for disaster preparedness and safeguarding the livelihoods of coastal communities.
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Evaluate the efficacy of India's coastal early warning systems in mitigating the socio-economic impacts of extreme weather events on vulnerable fishing communities. Suggest policy measures to enhance last-mile connectivity of disaster warnings.
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With reference to coastal weather forecasting and cyclone warnings in India, consider the following statements: 1. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) is the nodal agency for providing cyclone watch and warning services in India. 2. Area Cyclone Warning Centres (ACWCs) and Cyclone Warning Centres (CWCs) are functional under the administrative control of the Indian Navy. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
- A.1 only
- B.2 only
- C.Both 1 and 2
- D.Neither 1 nor 2
Statement 1 is correct: The India Meteorological Department (IMD) is the nodal agency in India responsible for meteorological observations, weather forecasting, and cyclone warnings. Statement 2 is incorrect: The Area Cyclone Warning Centres (ACWCs) and Cyclone Warning Centres (CWCs) are specialized units functioning under the IMD (Ministry of Earth Sciences), not under the Indian Navy.
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