Cyclonic Circulation Likely Over North Bay of Bengal, IMD Issues Alert

Bhubaneswar: The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued an alert regarding the formation of a cyclonic circulation over the north Bay of Bengal within the next 24 hours. The weather system is being identified as the remnant of Tropical Cyclone Wipha.

According to IMD scientist Umasankar Das, who shared the update via his official handle on X (formerly Twitter), the cyclonic circulation is expected to evolve into a low-pressure area over the same region within the subsequent 48 hours.

“A cyclonic circulation (Remnant of Tropical Cyclone #Wipha) is likely to emerge over north #BayofBengal during next #24hours. Under its influence, a #LowPressure area is likely to form over the same region in the subsequent #48hours,” Das tweeted.

The IMD has stated that this development could significantly alter the prevailing weather patterns over the Bay of Bengal, potentially affecting the coastal states.

Authorities have advised residents in coastal areas to stay alert and follow official weather updates closely. Precautionary measures are recommended to mitigate any potential impact.