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Depression Likely to Form Over Bay of Bengal by Nov 15, Says Weather Agency
✍️ Pragativadi
🗓 11 Nov 2026, 08:32 PM
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A new weather system has developed over the Bay of Bengal and the Indian Meteorological Department forecasts that it could intensify into a depression by 15 November.
The Indian Meteorological Department (IMD) has identified a fresh low‑pressure system brewing over the Bay of Bengal. Satellite observations show the system gaining organization, prompting forecasters to monitor its evolution closely.
IMD officials indicated that the system has a high likelihood of reaching depression status by 15 November if current trends continue. A depression is defined by sustained wind speeds of 31–49 km/h and can bring widespread cloud cover and rainfall.
Coastal states along the eastern seaboard have been advised to stay alert for possible moderate to heavy rain and rough sea conditions as the system approaches. Authorities are urged to keep disaster‑management plans ready, although no immediate landfall is expected.
The department will issue regular updates as the system develops, and residents are encouraged to follow official advisories for the latest information.
IMD officials indicated that the system has a high likelihood of reaching depression status by 15 November if current trends continue. A depression is defined by sustained wind speeds of 31–49 km/h and can bring widespread cloud cover and rainfall.
Coastal states along the eastern seaboard have been advised to stay alert for possible moderate to heavy rain and rough sea conditions as the system approaches. Authorities are urged to keep disaster‑management plans ready, although no immediate landfall is expected.
The department will issue regular updates as the system develops, and residents are encouraged to follow official advisories for the latest information.