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IMD Issues Warning to Fishermen Ahead of Low-Pressure System in Southeast Bay of Bengal
✍️ The Economic Times
🗓 13 Nov 2026, 02:42 PM
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The Indian Meteorological Department has cautioned fishermen about a developing low‑pressure area over the Southeast Bay of Bengal, effective from November 13.
The Indian Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a warning to fishermen operating in the Southeast Bay of Bengal, citing the formation of a low‑pressure system that is expected to intensify from November 13.
According to the IMD bulletin, the low‑pressure area could bring increased wind shear and rough sea conditions, potentially affecting fishing activities and coastal safety.
Fishermen in coastal districts are advised to avoid the affected waters and to monitor updates from local weather stations. The department has urged all maritime operators to stay alert and to follow safety protocols.
The warning comes as part of the IMD’s routine monitoring of tropical disturbances in the Bay of Bengal, which can influence monsoon patterns and local weather.
According to the IMD bulletin, the low‑pressure area could bring increased wind shear and rough sea conditions, potentially affecting fishing activities and coastal safety.
Fishermen in coastal districts are advised to avoid the affected waters and to monitor updates from local weather stations. The department has urged all maritime operators to stay alert and to follow safety protocols.
The warning comes as part of the IMD’s routine monitoring of tropical disturbances in the Bay of Bengal, which can influence monsoon patterns and local weather.