Which Country Named Cyclone Dana and What Does It Mean in English?

Cyclone Dana, currently moving towards the East Indian coast, is expected to impact Odisha and West Bengal late on October 24. The Indian Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued warnings of heavy rains in these states. This cyclone is also affecting the weather in Tamil Nadu and Andhra Pradesh.

Cyclone Dana is forecasted to intensify into a severe cyclonic storm. As per IMD, the cyclone could strike the eastern coast late on Thursday, October 24, bringing significant rainfall to the region.

When Will Cyclone Dana Hit?

The cyclone is expected to hit the Indian coast late on Thursday night, October 24, with heavy rains expected in Odisha and West Bengal. Tamil Nadu and Andhra Pradesh are already experiencing weather changes due to the low-pressure system over the Bay of Bengal.

Who Named Cyclone Dana?

Qatar named the cyclone ‘Dana.’ As per the World Meteorological Organization (WMO) guidelines, names must be neutral and free of political, religious, or cultural biases. The name ‘Dana,’ meaning “generosity” in Arabic, was chosen following these rules.

How Are Cyclone Names Decided?

The WMO/ESCAP (World Meteorological Organization/United Nations Economic and Social Commission for Asia and the Pacific) began the cyclone naming process in 2000. Initially, eight countries, including India, Bangladesh, and Myanmar, participated. By 2018, five more countries like Qatar and Saudi Arabia joined. These countries provide name suggestions, which the WMO/ESCAP panel finalizes. In April 2020, a list of 169 cyclone names was released, with contributions from 13 countries.

Cyclone Naming Guidelines:

Countries must follow guidelines for suggesting names. These names should avoid political, religious, and controversial associations.

Cyclone Dana is the second storm to hit India’s coast in two months, the first being Cyclone Asna in late August.

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