Amid growing discussions about a possible cyclonic system, the India Meteorological Department (IMD) is closely monitoring developments over the Bay of Bengal. However, there is currently no confirmation of cyclone formation.
According to the latest IMD update, an upper-air cyclonic circulation is persisting over north Thailand and extends up to around 7.6 km above mean sea level. The system is expected to emerge over the north Andaman Sea around the evening of September 18. Under its influence, a low-pressure area is likely to form over the north Andaman Sea and adjoining areas around September 19.
System May Move Towards Odisha-Andhra Coast
After formation, the low-pressure system is likely to intensify gradually and move west-northwestwards during the following three to four days. It may move towards the south Odisha and north Andhra Pradesh coasts, according to the IMD.
At this stage, the system should not be described as a cyclone, and further updates from the weather department will be crucial to determine its future intensity and movement.
Rain, Thunderstorms Expected Across Odisha
Several parts of Odisha are likely to receive rain accompanied by lightning and thunderstorms over the coming days. Gusty winds of around 30-40 kmph may also occur in some areas.
On September 18, heavy rainfall is possible at one or two places in Mayurbhanj, Keonjhar and Balasore, along with thunderstorms and gusty winds.
Rainfall is expected to continue in some parts of the state on September 19 and 20, while isolated rainfall may occur on September 21 and 22.
On September 23, heavy rainfall may occur at one or two places in Mayurbhanj, Balasore, Koraput, Malkangiri, Rayagada and Gajapati, among other districts.
Farmers Advised to Monitor Weather Updates
The IMD’s September 17 update has indicated heavy-rainfall conditions for Odisha on September 18, 19 and 20. No state-level heavy-rain warning has been indicated for September 21-23 in the cited update.
With rain, lightning and thunderstorms expected in parts of Odisha, farmers have been advised to closely monitor weather alerts and follow advisories issued by the meteorological authorities.