Cyclone Update / Low-Pressure Area Forms Over Bay of Bengal; Cyclonic Storm Possible by October 26
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A low-pressure area has formed over the east-central and adjoining south-east Bay of Bengal, per observations at 5:30 am on Friday.
Meteorologist Biswajit Sahu forecasts intensification into a depression by October 24, a deep depression around October 25, and a cyclonic storm by the morning of October 26 over the west-central Bay of Bengal.
Meteorologist Biswajit Sahu forecasts intensification into a depression by October 24, a deep depression around October 25, and a cyclonic storm by the morning of October 26 over the west-central Bay of Bengal.
Bhubaneswar, Oct 23: A low-pressure area has formed over the east-central and adjoining south-east Bay of Bengal and is likely to intensify into a cyclonic storm by the morning of October 26, a weather report forecast.
According to meteorologist Biswajit Sahu, the system is expected to move west-northwestwards and intensify into a depression by October 24, followed by a deep depression around October 25.
The weather system is then likely to develop into a cyclonic storm over the west-central Bay of Bengal by the morning of October 26. It may subsequently strengthen further and move towards the north Andhra Pradesh and adjoining south Odisha coasts over the following two days.
System Expected To Intensify Over Next Three Days
The low-pressure area formed under the influence of a cyclonic circulation over the south-east and adjoining east-central Bay of Bengal, according to the latest update based on observations at 5:30 am on Friday.
According to meteorologist Biswajit Sahu, the system is expected to move west-northwestwards and intensify into a depression by October 24, followed by a deep depression around October 25.
The weather system is then likely to develop into a cyclonic storm over the west-central Bay of Bengal by the morning of October 26. It may subsequently strengthen further and move towards the north Andhra Pradesh and adjoining south Odisha coasts over the following two days.
System Expected To Intensify Over Next Three Days
The low-pressure area formed under the influence of a cyclonic circulation over the south-east and adjoining east-central Bay of Bengal, according to the latest update based on observations at 5:30 am on Friday.
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The system is likely to remain over the region initially before intensifying and moving west-northwestwards.
Sahu also said the system was expected to strengthen into a depression, then a deep depression, before potentially developing into a cyclonic storm.
However, the system’s projected development remains a forecast, and its eventual intensity and movement will depend on subsequent meteorological observations and updates.
Also Read: Bay of Bengal Low-Pressure May Intensify, IMD Issues Alert
North Andhra, South Odisha Coasts In Focus
Sahu indicated that the system may move towards the north Andhra Pradesh coast and adjoining parts of southern Odisha after developing into a cyclonic storm.
The system is expected to intensify further over the two days following October 26, according to the forecast provided.
Sahu also said the system was expected to strengthen into a depression, then a deep depression, before potentially developing into a cyclonic storm.
However, the system’s projected development remains a forecast, and its eventual intensity and movement will depend on subsequent meteorological observations and updates.
Also Read: Bay of Bengal Low-Pressure May Intensify, IMD Issues Alert
North Andhra, South Odisha Coasts In Focus
Sahu indicated that the system may move towards the north Andhra Pradesh coast and adjoining parts of southern Odisha after developing into a cyclonic storm.
The system is expected to intensify further over the two days following October 26, according to the forecast provided.
The projected track and intensity will be important in determining the potential impact on coastal districts of Odisha and Andhra Pradesh. Further details on rainfall, wind speeds and any district-specific warnings should be based on subsequent official IMD bulletins.
Residents are advised to follow official weather updates and alerts rather than treat the forecast development as confirmation that a cyclone will make landfall in Odisha.
Residents are advised to follow official weather updates and alerts rather than treat the forecast development as confirmation that a cyclone will make landfall in Odisha.
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