Cyclone Remal Threatens West Bengal and Neighboring States
| Aspect | Details |
|---|---|
| Event | Cyclone Remal |
| Location | Bay of Bengal, affecting West Bengal and neighboring states like Jharkhand |
| Source | Deep depression in the Bay of Bengal |
| Timeframe | 26th May to 31st May 2024 |
| Predicted Effects | Thunderstorms, lightning, strong winds |
| Affected Districts | Jamshedpur, Ranchi, Bokaro, Gumla, Hazaribagh, Simdega, etc. |
| Name Origin | Given by Oman; 'Remal' means 'sand' in Arabic |
| Significance | First cyclone of the 2024 pre-monsoon season |

