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IMD predicts Bay of Bengal low pressure system to become cyclonic storm by Nov 16
✍️ The Meghalayan Express
🗓 14 Nov 2026, 01:16 PM
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The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has warned that a low‑pressure area over the Bay of Bengal is expected to intensify into a cyclonic storm by 16 November.
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) issued an advisory on a low‑pressure system currently situated over the Bay of Bengal. Meteorologists observed that the system has been gaining strength over the past 24 hours and is moving west‑northwestward.
Based on model projections, the IMD expects the disturbance to intensify into a cyclonic storm by 16 November. The agency classified the system as a "low pressure area" today and indicated that sea‑surface temperatures and atmospheric conditions are conducive for further development.
Officials have urged coastal states to stay alert and monitor updates from the IMD. While no immediate landfall is forecast, the department advises fishermen and residents in vulnerable coastal districts to be prepared for possible heavy rain and strong winds if the system strengthens further.
Based on model projections, the IMD expects the disturbance to intensify into a cyclonic storm by 16 November. The agency classified the system as a "low pressure area" today and indicated that sea‑surface temperatures and atmospheric conditions are conducive for further development.
Officials have urged coastal states to stay alert and monitor updates from the IMD. While no immediate landfall is forecast, the department advises fishermen and residents in vulnerable coastal districts to be prepared for possible heavy rain and strong winds if the system strengthens further.