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Weather
Bay of Bengal Depression Likely to Intensify into Severe Cyclone by Nov 17
✍️ Udaipur Kiran
🗓 15 Nov 2026, 02:33 PM
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A weather depression over the Bay of Bengal is forecast to strengthen into a severe cyclonic storm by November 17, according to Udaipur Kiran.
A recent bulletin reported that a low‑pressure system currently classified as a depression over the Bay of Bengal could evolve into a severe cyclonic storm by November 17. The assessment was published by Udaipur Kiran, citing meteorological observations that show the system gaining organization and wind speed.
The depression, situated in the central part of the Bay, has been tracking westward with sea‑surface temperatures remaining conducive to further intensification. If it reaches severe cyclonic status, sustained winds could exceed 120 km/h, bringing heavy rainfall and storm surges to coastal districts of eastern India and Bangladesh.
Weather authorities have advised fishermen, coastal residents and disaster management agencies to stay alert and monitor updates from the Indian Meteorological Department. Precautionary measures, including early warning dissemination and readiness of evacuation shelters, are being reinforced ahead of the possible escalation.
Historically, similar systems have caused significant disruption in the region during the post‑monsoon season, underscoring the need for vigilant preparedness as the forecast window narrows.
The depression, situated in the central part of the Bay, has been tracking westward with sea‑surface temperatures remaining conducive to further intensification. If it reaches severe cyclonic status, sustained winds could exceed 120 km/h, bringing heavy rainfall and storm surges to coastal districts of eastern India and Bangladesh.
Weather authorities have advised fishermen, coastal residents and disaster management agencies to stay alert and monitor updates from the Indian Meteorological Department. Precautionary measures, including early warning dissemination and readiness of evacuation shelters, are being reinforced ahead of the possible escalation.
Historically, similar systems have caused significant disruption in the region during the post‑monsoon season, underscoring the need for vigilant preparedness as the forecast window narrows.