Odisha cyclone update: Another low pressure developed in the Bay of Bengal that is likely to take the form of a cyclone. October is generally considered as the month of cyclone in Odisha. The low pressure in Bay of Bengal is likely to take the form of depression today said the latest Odisha cyclone update.
If converted to a cyclone it is likely to reach the coast by October 28. The low pressure active in central and adjoining southeast Bay of Bengal is likely to turn into a depression today. It may move west-northwestwards and turn into a deep depression on October 25.
The Indian Meteorological Department has predicted that it is likely to turn into a cyclone in west-central Bay of Bengal by the morning of October 26. The cyclone will be named ‘Arnab’.
Bangladesh has suggested the naming of the potential cyclone as ‘Arnab’. Bangladesh had proposed this name in the list of regional cyclone names of the World Meteorological Organization. The word ‘Arnab’ means sea or vast waters.
The cyclone may strengthen further and head towards north Andhra Pradesh and adjoining south Odisha coast. This weather system is likely to reach the coast by the morning of the October 28. However, more clarity will be available from the further forecast regarding the specific path, intensity of the storm and the location of landfall.
Odisha Government in Complete Preparedness
In view of the cyclone threat, an alert has been issued for fishermen. Fishermen in the sea have been advised to return to the coast by the morning of the October 24.
The wind speed at sea may reach 45 to 55 km per hour and gustiness up to 65 km per hour. The weather in Odisha may change due to the impact of the cyclone. The amount of rainfall may increase from the October 26 and heavy rainfall may occur in coastal Andhra Pradesh on the October 27 and October 28.
Similarly, heavy rainfall is expected in some parts of Odisha on October 28. Heavy to very heavy rainfall is also likely in some parts of the state on the October 27 and October 29.
The state government is on high alert regarding the possible cyclone. Revenue and Disaster Management Minister Suresh Pujari has advised people not to panic and to be alert. All departments and district administrations kept on high alert.
The State Emergency Management Centre (SEOC) is continuously monitoring the situation. A clearer picture will be available regarding the path and intensity of Cyclone Arnab in the upcoming days. Therefore, coastal residents are advised to follow the official information of the Meteorological Department and the administration.
