Nargis

Extremely Severe Cyclonic Storm2008Pre-Monsoon
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Overview

Cyclone Nargis was the most destructive cyclone in Myanmar's history. The storm surge devastated Myanmar's Irrawaddy Delta. While not directly hitting India, it demonstrated the catastrophic potential of cyclones when warning systems and evacuation infrastructure are inadequate.

Timeline

Formation
27 April 2008
Dissipation
3 May 2008
Duration
6 days

Affected Areas

MyanmarIndia (Andaman)

Key Statistics

Maximum Wind Speed
165 km/h
Peak Gusts
260 km/h
Gusts reported before landfall in the Irrawaddy Delta.
Landfall
Irrawaddy Delta, Myanmar
2 May 2008
Minimum Pressure
962 hPa
Basin
Bay of Bengal
Season
Pre-Monsoon
Casualties
138373
Economic Damage
15.3 billion USD