Cyclone Biparjoy Update: Cyclone Intensifies to Category 2

9 June 2023

Cyclone Biparjoy is most likely heading towards India or Pakistan

Oman Meteorology said that Cyclone Biparjoy, which has formed in the Arabian Sea:

  • Has turned into a category 2 cyclone
  • Is 980 km away from the center of Oman coast
  • Is heading North towards central Arabian Sea

The Civil Aviation Authority has issued a high sea level alert saying that the maximum wave height will be between 3-5 meters along the coasts of the Arabian Sea on Saturday and 4-6 meters on Sunday. 

The coastal areas of Oman Sea may also be affected on Monday and Tuesday, with wave heights of around 2-3 meters.

The CAA called on fishermen and seagoers to avoid venturing into the sea for the time being.

*Note: there are still no direct effects expected in the Sultanate over the next three days, but indirect effects may include high and medium cloud advection over the coastal areas of the Arabian Sea.

#Trending

Oman Lens Expands Its Impact Through AI-Powered Space And Data Solutions
Satellites, AI, GIS, and data analytics all in one growing ecosystem. ...
April 30th, 2026
MHD Automobiles Secures Four Global Awards At JETOUR International Business Annual Conference 2026
JETOUR Oman has earned global recognition, with MHD Automobiles securing four awards in Beijing. ...
April 29th, 2026
7 Medals For Oman’s Para Athletics Team At Rabat International Championship!
A gold, three silvers, and three bronzes, marked a strong outing for the team at a championship featuring athletes from 58 countries. ...
April 28th, 2026
CAA Says You May Not Get Compensation If Your Flight Was Delayed Or Cancelled For These Reasons
This includes cancellations and delays caused by factors outside an airline’s control, including airport closures and fuel shortages. ...
April 27th, 2026
Three Omanis Rescued After Boat Began Sinking Off South Al Batinah Coast
The Coast Guard in South Al Batinah, with help from an Omani fishing crew, has rescued three citizens from a boat incident at sea. ...
April 26th, 2026
Oman Lens Strengthens Satellite And AI Capabilities Through China Collaboration
Building satellites is one thing. Building Omani expertise is the bigger mission. ...
April 23rd, 2026
ROP Foils Vehicle Smuggling Operation And Arrests International Suspects
A vehicle smuggling operation involving rented cars, falsified papers, and disabled tracking systems has been dismantled by the ROP. ...
April 22nd, 2026
Seen the Viral Amerat-Bausher Road Collapse Video? It’s Inaccurate!
Muscat Municipality has responded to a viral clip claiming there was a collapse on the Amerat-Bausher road. ...
April 21st, 2026
!-- Save Favourites -->