The India Meteorological Department (IMD) reported that a low-pressure area has developed over the southeast Bay of Bengal due to a cyclonic circulation extending up to 5.8 km above sea level.
The system continues to move west-northwestwards and will likely intensify within the next 24 hours. IMD confirmed that the cyclonic circulation remains active over the southeast Bay of Bengal and the adjoining South Andaman Sea. Authorities have issued alerts as worsening sea conditions threaten coastal regions and maritime operations.
Currently, squally weather with wind speeds of 35–45 kmph, gusting up to 55 kmph, affects the southeast Bay of Bengal, the Andaman Sea, and the east-central Bay of Bengal. IMD forecasts that wind speeds will rise to 45–55 kmph, gusting up to 65 kmph, over the central Bay of Bengal on October 25 and 26.
By October 27, the system may strengthen further, producing winds of 55–65 kmph with gusts reaching 75 kmph across the west-central, southwest, and east-central Bay of Bengal. Tamil Nadu and Andhra Pradesh coasts will also face squally weather with winds up to 55 kmph on October 25 and 26, with a chance of intensification on October 27.
IMD has urged fishermen to stay ashore and avoid venturing into the sea during this period. Officials continue to monitor the system’s progress and assess its potential impact on coastal communities.
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