The Rakhine State of Myanmar has been put on high alert following the development of a
depression in the Bay of Bengale since 21 October 10. The depression quickly evolved into a
cyclonic storm of Category 4 followed by heavy rain, according to Tropical Storm Risk (TSR). The
Global Disaster Alert and Coordination System (GDACS) issued a red alert for a high risk of
humanitarian impact on 22 October. Rains have reportedly started again on 23 October in the
morning.
