Cyclone Horacio: Storm Horacio reached the Indian Ocean with a speed of 260kmph, rain alert in these states including Kerala

News India Live, Digital Desk: While winter is ending in North India and summer has started knocking, a big crisis is looming on the beaches of South India. Storm ‘Horacio’ that arose in the Indian Ocean has now taken a very dangerous form. With winds speed of 260 kilometers per hour, it has become the first ‘Category-5’ cyclone of the year 2026, whose effect is now visible on the Indian weather as well. Warning for Kerala and hilly areas. The Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued an alert in many parts of the country due to the impact of this cyclone and the active Western Disturbance: Kerala and South India: Due to the impact of the cyclone, Kerala, Karnataka and Andhra There is a possibility of moderate rain with strong winds in some parts of the state. Snowfall in the hilly areas: There is an alert of rain and snowfall in the higher reaches of Uttarakhand and Himachal Pradesh, due to which the temperature may fall again. Heat in the plains: Delhi, UP and Bihar will have strong sunshine and the temperature may rise by 3 to 5 degrees in the next 3-4 days. How dangerous is ‘Horacio’ storm? ‘Horacio’ has made landfall within just 24 hours. Has increased his strength three times. The ‘Eye’ of this storm can be clearly seen in satellite images, which is proof of its extremely powerful nature. However, it is a matter of relief that its center is currently away from the Indian coasts, but its outer waves and moisture can cause huge upheaval in the southern states. Changing weather patterns. Many colors of weather are being seen simultaneously across the country: North India: Light fog can be seen in some areas of Punjab and Haryana in the morning. Eastern India: There are chances of light rain in West Bengal and Sikkim. South India: Due to the possibility of high waves in the sea. Fishermen have been advised to remain alert.