Very Severe Cyclonic Storm "NARGIS"

Current Conditions on 30th April 2008 at 7.30 am.

Very Severe Cyclonic Storm "NARGIS" in the Bay of Bengal had become less organised last evening and weakened to 70 knots from the highest attained 85 knots. It is again getting organised and has gained strength of 75 knots. "NARGIS" is expected to strengthen further and track North Eastwards direction.

Current Status RSMC/IMD:
Winds 120 Kms./Hour.
Central Pressure 980 mb.

Current Status JTWC:
Winds 135 Kms./Hour on one Minute average
Central Pressure 967 mb.
Location 14.4N 86.9E (about 525 Kms.South East of Vizag)
Wave Height 25 Feet

Note: RSMC/IMD is the official agency monitioring this Storm and any other Storm System that developes in the North Indian Ocean.