Cyclonic storm Biparjoy has intensified in the Arabian Sea and is now moving towards North-North-West, posing a potential threat to India. The storm, currently located approximately 380 km south of Karachi, has gained strength, according to the Pakistan Meteorological Department. Residents are advised to stay away from the sea to ensure their safety.

As per reports, heavy rains accompanied by strong winds of 60-80 kilometres per hour are expected to lash Karachi, Hyderabad, Tando Alyar, Tando Muhammad Khan, and Shaheed Benazirabad until June 16. Meanwhile, the Indian Meteorological Department predicts that Biparjoy will make landfall in Kutch and Saurashtra on June 15, with Gujarat expected to face the brunt of the cyclone.

With wind speeds predicted to reach up to 150 km per hour, Director General of Meteorology Dr Mrityunjay Mahapatra has warned that June 15 is the most dangerous day and has advised everyone to stay indoors. The impact of Biparjoy could result in uprooted trees, damaged electric poles, and disrupted cellphone towers. Electricity and telecommunication services may also be affected. Approximately 41,000 people have already been relocated to temporary camps in Kutch, Dwarka, Rajkot, Morbi, Jamnagar, Porbandar, and Junagadh.

We urge residents in the affected regions to stay informed about the latest weather updates and follow the instructions of local authorities to ensure their safety. We will continue to bring you more updates as the situation unfolds.