Bhubaneswar, Nov 24: A cyclonic system is brewing over the Bay of Bengal, with a low-pressure area over the Malacca region and the South Andaman Sea intensifying into a well-marked low yesterday. According to meteorological forecasts, the system is expected to move west–northwestward and may develop into a depression today over the southeast Bay of Bengal and adjoining South Andaman Sea. Further strengthening could transform it into a cyclonic storm by the evening of November 26.

From the evening of November 25, sea conditions are likely to worsen, with wind speeds reaching 50–70 kmph over the southeast Bay of Bengal. By the morning of November 26, wind speeds may rise to 60–70 kmph and touch 80 kmph in isolated areas. Once the system intensifies into a cyclone, maximum wind speeds could reach up to 100 kmph. While the formation of a cyclone appears imminent, its exact path remains uncertain.

Authorities have warned of heavy rainfall along the Andhra Pradesh, Puducherry, and Tamil Nadu coasts. Fishermen have been strictly advised against venturing into deep sea areas due to rough weather conditions. The Regional Meteorological Centre has predicted dry weather across the state until November 27, with night temperatures remaining largely unchanged. After November 27, cold and dry northerly winds are likely to sweep into the region.