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The Bay of Bengal has emerged as a hotspot for cyclones due to unusually warm sea surface temperatures, particularly in the northeast and northwest regions, which are currently hovering around 32°C-33°C, a significant 3°C-4°C above normal.
This anomaly has created favorable conditions for the rapid formation and development of cyclones, as exemplified by the recent Cyclone Remal. While predicting the precise impact of cyclones remains challenging, the Bay of Bengal has historically been prone to these weather events, with approximately 58% making landfall on India's eastern coast, compared to only 25% in the Arabian Sea.
The region also accounts for a staggering 80% of the world's cyclone-related deaths, according to 'The Weather Channel.' This heightened vulnerability has prompted the government to implement initiatives like the National Cyclone Risk Mitigation Project (NCRMP) to strengthen local adaptive capacities.
Through initiatives like the Multi-Hazard Early Warning System (EWS), vulnerable populations have gained access to early warning systems, while the state's high teledensity facilitates the widespread dissemination of warnings via telephone and mobile devices, enhancing preparedness and response.
In response to the rising frequency and intensity of cyclones, the government has recognized the urgent need for mitigation measures, ensuring that vulnerable communities are adequately prepared to face these natural disasters.
Source: Bay Of Bengal: Warm Sea Surface Turns Bay Of Bengal Into Cyclone Hotspot