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Cyclone Murasu: What Does The Name Mean and How Are Tropical Cyclones Named?

Cyclone Murasu: What Does The Name Mean and How Are Tropical Cyclones Named?

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    ‘Murasu’ is the first Tamil name to be assigned to a tropical cyclone since the naming of cyclones over north Indian Ocean began in September 2004. ‘Murasu’ refers to a traditional Tamil percussion instrument.

    — The Hindu

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    Cyclone Murasu, named by India, derives its name from a traditional Tamil drum historically used for public announcements. The article explains the cyclone-naming system and the role of 13 participating countries.

    — NDTV

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Cyclone Murasu, named by India, derives its name from a traditional Tamil drum historically used for public announcements. The article explains the cyclone-naming system and the role of 13 participating countries.

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Cyclone Murasu: What Does The Name Mean and How Are Tropical Cyclones Named?

Cyclone Murasu, named by India, derives its name from a traditional Tamil drum historically used for public announcements. The article explains the cyclone-naming system and the role of 13 participating countries.

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