India, Bangladesh brace as super cyclone is poised for landfall

Tropical Cyclone Amphan is set to make landfall on May 20th, marking the second super cyclone to hit the Bay of Bengal. With wind speeds of 172 km/h, it poses a significant threat, potentially causing a 3-5 meter storm surge. Authorities have advised fishing boats to remain ashore. The cyclone endangers 33.6 million people in India and 5.3 million in Bangladesh, with potential economic losses of $273.9 billion. It is expected to impact the India-Bangladesh border, nearing Kolkata, a densely populated city.

What is the expected landfall date of Tropical Cyclone Amphan?

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