How did Cyclone Hamoon get its name?
Cyclone Hamoon is expected to cross the Barishal-Chattogram coast line on 25 October.
The word "Hamoon" is a Persian word, referring to inland desert lakes or marshlands.
These are formed as natural seasonal reservoirs in areas adjoining the Helmand basin.
The name for the cyclone was chosen by Iran.
Cyclone Hamoon is expected to cross the Barishal-Chattogram coast line on 25 October.
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The Bangladesh Meteorological Department has raised the danger signal to 7 in Chattogram.
How do cyclones get their names?
Cyclones receive their names through a thoughtful selection process involving various nations.
In the case of tropical cyclones originating in the Indian Ocean, a consortium of 13 member countries follows a predefined sequential order for naming.
The nomenclature process requires that the chosen names remain apolitical, avoiding references to political figures, religions, or any sensitive topics.
Member nations prioritise respecting the religious sentiments of their fellow members in the naming process.
Adhering to the established protocol, the proposed names should be concise, easily spoken, and limited to a maximum of eight letters
