Archive · 1 Jun 2025
Study Links Climate Change to Stronger Cyclones, Maharashtra Crop Damage
Climate change is making cyclones in the Arabian Sea stronger and last longer, which causes big problems for farming in Maharashtra.
Scientists found that these storms are hitting farther inland, leading to flooding, salty soil, and ruined crops.
The study used data from past cyclones like Nisarga and Tauktae, which caused a lot of damage.
The scientists are suggesting better early warnings, using salt-resistant crops, and creating better plans for managing coastal land to help.
Study reveals rising sea temperatures spur severe cyclones in the Bay of Bengal and Arabian Sea.
Climate change is causing cyclones to last longer and penetrate deeper inland.
These changes are damaging Maharashtra's agriculture, leading to flooding and crop failure.
Cyclone Nisarga caused over Rs1,000 crore in damages, affecting 1.4 lakh homes.
Scientists recommend strengthening early warning systems and using salt-tolerant crops.
- Who
- Dr. Rizwan Ahmed, Shahenaz Mulla, Prof. Sudhir Kumar Singh
- What
- Climate change is increasing the intensity and duration of cyclones, impacting agriculture
- When
- 2001-2021
- Where
- North Indian Ocean, Maharashtra
- Why
- Due to rising sea surface temperatures caused by climate change
- Study Period
- 2001-2021
- Arabian Sea Cyclone Hours (1982-2000)
- 170 hours
- Arabian Sea Cyclone Hours (2001-2021)
- 367 hours
- Bay of Bengal Cyclone Hours (1982-2000)
- 1295
- Bay of Bengal Cyclone Hours (2001-2021)
- 1062
- Cyclone Nisarga Damage
- Over Rs1,000 crore
- Homes Affected by Nisarga
- 1.4 lakh
- Farmland Damaged by Nisarga
- 20,000 hectares