Low pressure area forms over Bay of Bengal
Bhubaneswar (21/10/2024): A low pressure area has formed over the Eastcentral Bay of Bengal and adjoining North Andaman Sea. It is very likely to move west-northwestwards and intensify into a depression by October 22 morning and into a cyclonic storm by October 23 over the Eastcentral Bay of Bengal. Thereafter, it is very likely to move northwestwards and reach northwest Bay of Bengal off Odisha-West Bengal coasts by 24th October morning, bringing heavy rainfall and gusty winds in both the states. Under its influence, the sea conditions will remains rough.
The wind speed along the Odisha coast may reach 40-50 kmph gusting up to 60 kmph from October 23 evening and will reach a speed of 100-120 kmph by October 24 night. Cyclone Threat to Odisha Odisha will witness rainfall activities in the coastal region from October 23 with one or two places likely to experience heavy to very heavy rainfall.
The rainfall activity will be maximum on October 24 and 25 throughout the State. Several places may record heavy to very heavy rainfall (20cm), while some places may witness extremely heavy rainfall (20 cm to 30 cm).
The most important day is October 24 and 25 when the wind speed and rainfall will be the maximum. The Odisha government has cancelled the leaves of all staff who have been directed to remain at their respective places and perform their duties.
