Cyclonic Developments: Awaiting Clarity Over Bay of Bengal

The India Meteorological Department (IMD) reported a cyclonic circulation over the Andaman Sea, which could become a low-pressure area by October 21. This system may impact coastal regions of Andhra Pradesh, Odisha, and West Bengal. IMD advises caution amid forecasts of possible cyclogenesis.

The India Meteorological Department (IMD) announced the formation of a cyclonic circulation over the Andaman Sea, expected to become a low-pressure system by October 21. This development could affect coastal areas in Andhra Pradesh, Odisha, West Bengal, and Bangladesh next week.

According to IMD's evening bulletin, the low-pressure area could form over the Bay of Bengal and adjacent north Andaman Sea around October 21 and potentially intensify into a depression by October 23. Some international weather models have speculated about the formation of a cyclone within October.

The coastal areas, particularly in Odisha, are likely to experience rough sea conditions and heavy rainfall from October 22 to 25. Fishermen have been advised to return to shore by October 21, as squally weather with gusty winds is anticipated over the Bay of Bengal.

(With inputs from agencies.)