Cyclone Jal facts for kids

Cyclone Jal was a strong tropical storm that formed in the South China Sea on October 31, 2010. It traveled across several countries, including Thailand, Malaysia, and India. This powerful storm brought heavy rain and strong winds, causing a lot of damage and affecting many people.

What Was Cyclone Jal?

Cyclone Jal was a type of storm called a "severe cyclonic storm." This means it had very strong winds and could cause a lot of damage. It started far away in the South China Sea on October 31, 2010.

Where Did Jal Travel?

After forming, Cyclone Jal first moved towards Thailand and Malaysia. It then continued its journey across the Bay of Bengal and reached India. In India, the storm hit the states of Andhra Pradesh, Tamil Nadu, Karnataka, and parts of Kerala. Some of its moisture, which is like wet air, even traveled to the states of Rajasthan and Gujarat.

How Did Jal Affect People?

Cyclone Jal had a serious impact on the areas it hit. Sadly, 118 people lost their lives because of the storm. Thousands of other people had to leave their homes because they were damaged or unsafe. This meant they were "displaced" and needed to find new places to stay.

Images for kids

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  Cyclone Jal as a tropical depression, late on November 1, in the middle of crossing the Malay Peninsula

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  A map showing the total rainfall from Cyclone Jal in India

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  The remnants of former Cyclone Jal (05B), over Gujarat, India, on November 10