A depression currently located over the southeast and adjoining southwest Bay of Bengal is expected to intensify into a severe cyclonic storm by November 17, according to the India Meteorological Department (IMD). The weather system, which originated from a well-marked low-pressure area, was centred as of 5:30 a.m. on Sunday, November 15.
Meteorological officials report that the depression is moving in a northwestward direction. It is projected to further consolidate into a cyclonic storm over the central parts of the south and adjoining west-central Bay of Bengal by November 16. The Hindu reported that the system may be named 'Akwan,' a name proposed by Iran, as it gathers strength.
The weather activity is expected to bring rainfall to various regions, specifically targeting the north coastal districts of Tamil Nadu, as well as the Union Territory of Puducherry and the Karaikal area. Additionally, moderate rainfall at isolated locations is forecast for the Western Ghats and the southern districts of Tamil Nadu starting Monday, November 16.
Data released by the department indicates that several districts, including Chennai, Chengalpattu, Kancheepuram, and Kanyakumari, recorded rainfall in the 24-hour period ending at 8:30 a.m. on Sunday. While coastal areas face these weather developments, reports indicate there are currently no rainfall alerts issued for the neighbouring state of Andhra Pradesh.
Key facts
- The depression was centered over the southeast and southwest Bay of Bengal as of 5:30 a.m. on Sunday, November 15.
- The system is expected to intensify into a severe cyclonic storm by November 17.
- Rainfall is anticipated across north coastal Tamil Nadu, Puducherry, and the Karaikal area.
- Recent rainfall was recorded in Chennai, Chengalpattu, Kancheepuram, and Kanyakumari over the 24 hours prior to Sunday morning.
- The system is projected to reach cyclonic storm status on November 16.
Why it matters
The intensifying weather system is expected to bring significant rainfall to north coastal Tamil Nadu and surrounding areas. This transition is being closely monitored by meteorological agencies as the depression continues its northwestward track across the Bay of Bengal.
Source: Economic Times, The Hindu
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