CYCLONE LEHAR HAS WEAKENED TO A TROPICAL STORM STATUS NOW WHICH THE UPCOMING JTWC UPDATE SCHEDULED AT 1500UTC WILL INDICATE. HERE IS METD WEATHERS LATEST UPDATE ON THE SYSTEM ***** As a Tropical Storm, Lehar will hit Andhra Pradesh coast around Machilipatnam tomorrow,28th Nov 2013 morning period- stretching to afternoon also. Given the disintegration rate, it seems Lehar will hit the coast at a max sustained winds of 45-50kt around 90km/hr... gusting to around 100km/hr or so.. The landfall zone shall stretch between Machilipatnam and Kalipatnam (AP) **** Heavy rains will be witnessed in these areas and probably the storm surge will be around 3-4feet. HERE IS WHAT PEOPLE MUST DO (Via BOM,Australia) When a cyclone warning is issued (For Andhra Pradesh coastal areas) Depending on official advice provided by your local authorities as the event evolves; the following actions may be warranted. If requested by local authorities, collect children from school or childcare centre and go home. Park vehicles under solid shelter (hand brake on and in gear). Put wooden or plastic outdoor furniture in your pool or inside with other loose items. Close shutters or board-up or heavily tape all windows. Draw curtains and lock doors. Pack an evacuation kit of warm clothes, essential medications, baby formula, nappies, valuables, important papers, photos and mementos in waterproof bags to be taken with your emergency kit. Large/heavy valuables could be protected in a strong cupboard. Remain indoors (with your pets). Stay tuned to your local radio/TV for further information. On warning of local evacuation (Near landfall area, around Machilipatnam) Based on predicted wind speeds and storm surge heights, evacuation may be necessary. Official advice will be given on local radio/TV regarding safe routes and when to move. Wear strong shoes (not thongs) and tough clothing for protection. Lock doors; turn off power, gas, and water; take your evacuation and emergency kits. If evacuating inland (out of town), take pets and leave early to avoid heavy traffic, flooding and wind hazards. If evacuating to a public shelter or higher location, follow police and State/Territory Emergency Services directions. If going to a public shelter, take bedding needs and books or games for children. Leave pets protected and with food and water. When the cyclone strikes Disconnect all electrical appliances. Listen to your battery radio for updates. Stay inside and shelter {well clear of windows) in the strongest part of the building, i.e. cellar, internal hallway or bathroom. Keep evacuation and emergency kits with you. If the building starts to break up, protect yourself with mattresses, rugs or blankets under a strong table or bench or hold onto a solid fixture, e.g. a water pipe. Beware the calm eye. If the wind drops, dont assume the cyclone is over; violent winds will soon resume from another direction. Wait for the official all clear. If driving, stop (handbrake on and in gear) - but well away from the sea and clear of trees, power lines and streams. Stay in the vehicle. After the cyclone Dont go outside until officially advised it is safe. Check for gas leaks. Dont use electric appliances if wet. Listen to local radio for official warnings and advice. If you have to evacuate, or did so earlier, dont return until advised. Use a recommended route and dont rush. Beware of damaged power lines, bridges, buildings, trees, and dont enter floodwaters. Heed all warnings and dont go sightseeing. Check/help neighbours instead. Dont make unnecessary telephone calls. Note: Managers of resorts, hotels, motels, and caravan parks should take steps to ensure visitors are aware of the dangers and know what to do in the event of a cyclone. Free Protecting Caravans information is available from your State/Territory Emergency Service.
Posted on: Wed, 27 Nov 2013 13:42:58 +0000
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