Tropical Cyclone Biparjoy's Location and Intensity: As per the latest update from the PMD, Tropical Cyclone Biparjoy is currently situated approximately 660km south of Karachi, near Latitude 14.5°N and Longitude 66.0°E. The cyclone has developed maximum sustained surface winds ranging from 130-150 km/h, with gusts reaching up to 160 km/h at its center. These conditions have led to its classification as a Very Severe Cyclonic Storm (VSCS). The cyclone's movement has been observed as slowly tracking further north-northwestward.
The PMD stated that the cyclone could potentially intensify further due to favorable environmental conditions, including a sea surface temperature of 30-32°C, low vertical wind shear, and upper-level divergence. The PMD predicts that Cyclone Biparjoy will continue its north-northwest direction. It is crucial to note that currently, no Pakistani coastal areas are under immediate threat.
Cyclone Biparjoy was named by Bangladesh, following the established rotational system among countries for naming cyclones. In Bengali, "Biparjoy" translates to "disaster" or "calamity," reflecting the seriousness and potential impact associated with such weather events.
While the Karachi coastline is not currently in the direct path of Cyclone Biparjoy, precautionary measures are still advised. The PMD has issued alerts to concerned authorities and urged them to remain alert. The neighboring regions of Thatta, Sujawal, Badin, Tharparker, Mirpurkhas, and Umerkot may experience widespread wind-dust/thunderstorm rains, with heavy to extremely heavy falls, accompanied by squally winds between 80-100 km/h, gusting up to 120 km/h, from June 13th to June 17th.
In Karachi, Hyderabad, Tando Muhammad Khan, Tando Allayar, Shaheed Benazirabad, and Sanghar districts, dust/thunderstorm rains with squally winds of 60-80 km/h are expected between June 14th and June 16th. Structures such as kutcha houses, including solar panels, may be vulnerable to the high-intensity winds. Additionally, a storm surge of 3-3.5 meters (8-12 feet) at the landfall point, particularly near Keti Bandar, could lead to the inundation of low-lying settlements.
As Cyclone Biparjoy intensifies and continues its trajectory towards the Karachi coastline, authorities in Pakistan are closely monitoring the situation. Although the immediate threat to the coastal areas is minimal, precautionary measures have been advised, given the potential for heavy rainfall, strong winds, and storm surge. It is essential for residents and fishermen to stay updated through official sources and exercise caution until the cyclone passes.
Cyclone Biparjoy was named by Bangladesh, following the established rotational system among countries for naming cyclones. In Bengali, "Biparjoy" translates to "disaster" or "calamity," reflecting the seriousness and potential impact associated with such weather events.
While the Karachi coastline is not currently in the direct path of Cyclone Biparjoy, precautionary measures are still advised. The PMD has issued alerts to concerned authorities and urged them to remain alert. The neighboring regions of Thatta, Sujawal, Badin, Tharparker, Mirpurkhas, and Umerkot may experience widespread wind-dust/thunderstorm rains, with heavy to extremely heavy falls, accompanied by squally winds between 80-100 km/h, gusting up to 120 km/h, from June 13th to June 17th.
In Karachi, Hyderabad, Tando Muhammad Khan, Tando Allayar, Shaheed Benazirabad, and Sanghar districts, dust/thunderstorm rains with squally winds of 60-80 km/h are expected between June 14th and June 16th. Structures such as kutcha houses, including solar panels, may be vulnerable to the high-intensity winds. Additionally, a storm surge of 3-3.5 meters (8-12 feet) at the landfall point, particularly near Keti Bandar, could lead to the inundation of low-lying settlements.
As Cyclone Biparjoy intensifies and continues its trajectory towards the Karachi coastline, authorities in Pakistan are closely monitoring the situation. Although the immediate threat to the coastal areas is minimal, precautionary measures have been advised, given the potential for heavy rainfall, strong winds, and storm surge. It is essential for residents and fishermen to stay updated through official sources and exercise caution until the cyclone passes.
