- Cyclone Tej, initially forming over the Arabian Sea, has intensified into an extremely
severe cyclonic storm, with projections indicating a northwestward trajectory and an
expected landfall near Al Ghaidah (Yemen). - The name ‘Tej,’ whichh means ‘speed’ in Hindi, was chosen by India.
- A yellow alert has been issued by India Meteorological Department (IMD) for eight
districts in Kerala, warning of heavy rains. - IMD, established in 1875, is an agency of the Ministry of Earth Sciences.
- IMD uses colour- coded weather warning to alert people ahead of severe or hazardous
weather which has the potential to cause damage, widespread disruption or danger to
life.
