Getting to Know Cyclone Bianca and Its Dangers for Indonesia, the Public is Advised to Stay Alert

Kapanlagi.com - The Meteorology, Climatology, and Geophysics Agency (BMKG) has just issued an important warning regarding the presence of Tropical Cyclone Bianca, which is currently detected in the Indian Ocean, specifically south of Java Island. This cyclone is expected to bring significant indirect impacts, such as heavy rain, strong winds, and high sea waves in several regions of Indonesia in the coming days.

According to BMKG's analysis, Cyclone Bianca is actually a development from the tropical cyclone seed 99S that has transformed into an active tropical cyclone system in the last 12 hours. Currently, Bianca has a maximum wind speed of 65 km/h and an air pressure of about 991 hPa. Although this cyclone is moving away from Indonesia, its effects will still be felt, especially in the southern coastal areas of Sumatra and Java.

So, what impact does Cyclone Bianca have for Indonesia? What are the forecasts for its movement going forward? Here is the complete explanation, summarized by Kapanlagi.com, Tuesday (25/2).

1. What is Cyclone Bianca?

A tropical cyclone is a low-pressure system with a strong circulation center, formed over warm waters and can develop into a major storm. This cyclone often brings strong winds, heavy rain, and causes high sea waves in its vicinity.

Cyclone Bianca is a tropical cyclone system that recently formed in the Indian Ocean, south of Java, with a movement pattern heading west-southwest, away from the Indonesian region. However, despite moving away, its indirect effects still influence the weather patterns in Indonesia.

In the coming days, the BMKG is monitoring the possibility of an increase in the intensity of Cyclone Bianca, which could lead to extreme weather conditions in several areas, particularly on the southern coast of Java Island, southern Sumatra, and the surrounding waters. The occurrence of extreme weather is caused by the characteristics of the cyclone, which triggers the growth of rain clouds, especially in southern Indonesia.

"The emergence of Cyclone Bianca may cause significant weather with the potential for moderate to heavy rain accompanied by strong winds," wrote the bmkg.go.id website, quoted by Liputan6.

2. Tropical Cyclone Bianca Detected in the Indian Ocean South of Java Island

The Meteorology, Climatology, and Geophysics Agency (BMKG) reported that Cyclone Bianca is currently located at the coordinates 18.3S, 104.7E, with an air pressure reaching 991 hPa. Although this cyclone is moving away towards the west-southwest, its effects are still felt in Indonesia.

This is evident from the increasing wind speeds in the waters south of Java and the Indian Ocean, which could disrupt shipping activities and increase risks for fishermen and small boats.

Additionally, the strong winds generated by this cyclone have the potential to trigger the growth of rain clouds in several areas, especially along the western and southern coasts, which could lead to extreme weather in the coming days. Therefore, the public is urged to remain vigilant and pay attention to weather developments.

3. Impact of Cyclone Bianca: Heavy Rain and High Sea Waves

BMKG has issued a serious warning regarding Cyclone Bianca, which is predicted to trigger heavy rain in several regions of Indonesia, including Lampung, Banten, and the southern coast of West Java. The rain is expected to reach over 5 mm per hour, potentially increasing the risk of flooding and landslides in vulnerable areas.

Moreover, sea waves are also expected to rise high, with heights reaching 1.25 to 2.5 meters in the waters west of Lampung and the southern Sunda Strait, and could reach 2.5 to 4 meters in the Indian Ocean west of Lampung to southern Banten and Central Java.

Given the existing threats, BMKG urges the public, especially fishermen and maritime transport users, to postpone sailing activities until the weather improves for everyone's safety.

4. Rainfall Still Increasing

In the coming days, Indonesia will experience significant impacts from extreme weather, triggered by Cyclone Bianca and atmospheric wave activities such as the Madden-Julian Oscillation (MJO).

The Meteorology, Climatology, and Geophysics Agency (BMKG) warns that rain with moderate to very heavy intensity will greet several regions, including southern Sumatra, West Java, West Kalimantan, Maluku, and Papua.

Communities in these areas are urged to remain vigilant, as the potential for flooding, landslides, and strong winds looms. The combination of MJO and the Asian monsoon further exacerbates the situation, making it important for us to always update weather information from official sources like BMKG and the InfoBMKG app to stay safe and informed.

5. The Public is Urged to Remain Vigilant

Amid the threat of Cyclone Bianca, the Meteorology, Climatology, and Geophysics Agency (BMKG) also reminds us about the cyclonic circulation phenomenon occurring in the Arafura Sea and the waters off the west coast of Bengkulu. This phenomenon has the potential to strengthen wind convergence in several regions, which could mean prolonged rain for Indonesia, especially in the western and central parts.

BMKG urges the public to remain vigilant against hydrometeorological disaster risks such as floods, landslides, strong winds, and high waves, especially for those living in vulnerable areas. Always monitor weather developments through BMKG's official channels, whether on their website, the InfoBMKG app, or their social media.

6. FAQ

1. What is Cyclone Bianca and how does it form?

Cyclone Bianca is a tropical cyclone system that forms in the Indian Ocean south of Java due to differences in air pressure over warm waters, which then develops into a tropical storm.

2. Will Cyclone Bianca hit Indonesia directly?

No, Cyclone Bianca is currently moving away from Indonesia towards the west-southwest, but it still has indirect impacts such as heavy rain and high waves.

3. Which areas are affected by Cyclone Bianca?

The most affected areas include the southern coast of Java Island, Lampung, Banten, and several regions in southern Sumatra.

4. What should the community do to face the impacts of this cyclone?

The community is advised to continue monitoring weather information from BMKG, avoid activities in affected waters, and prepare for the potential of flooding and landslides.

5. How long will the impacts of Cyclone Bianca be felt in Indonesia?

The impacts of Cyclone Bianca are expected to be felt for several days to come, especially in the form of heavy rain and high waves in the affected areas.

(kpl/rmt)