  UAV's capability to access remote and inaccessible areas within a quick time
can be utilized for effective cyclone management. This paper presents the
possible application of UAVs at different stages of cyclone mitigation. The
overall system architecture necessary for preparedness, rescue operation,
resource allocation, and damage assessment using UAVs during cyclones is
described. Although general commercial UAVs are reported to be used in cyclone
operations, UAV systems should be planned specifically for cyclone operations
to improve efficiency. Here, the specification required for effective and safe
UAV operations in the post-cyclone scenario is presented. Mission planning
required for various rescue, relief, and damage assessment missions related to
cyclone management is discussed. A case study of deploying UAV in Amphan
cyclone operation in West Bengal is also presented. This paper can help
disaster management authorities to develop UAV systems specifically to cater to
cyclone operations.
