Another storm forming in the sea is increasing the heartbeats of the people in India. There is a possibility that during this period, storm winds of 100 KMPH can cause huge devastation. In fact, according to the India Meteorological Department (IMD), the low pressure area forming here in the Bay of Bengal is continuously strengthening and it can turn into a cyclonic storm in the next 48 hours. Issuing an alert regarding this, IMD said that this system can take the form of ‘Cyclone Senyar’ around November 26. Due to its effect, there is a possibility of rain in the coastal areas of Odisha between 25th and 27th November.
According to the latest update released by IMD, at present this system is active around the Strait of Malacca and South Andaman Sea and is gradually moving towards south-east Bay of Bengal. This system is currently about 1,000 kilometers away from the mainland, so clear information about its exact route and impact will be available only by this evening.
What kind of preparation to deal with Senyar storm?
IMD’s models are indicating that this system may turn into a depression by 24 November and a cyclonic storm by 26–27 November. Around November 27, the wind speed in the Bay of Bengal can reach 100 km per hour. Due to this, there is a possibility of very rough sea and heavy rain in the coastal districts of South Odisha.
According to PTI report, Odisha Revenue and Disaster Management Minister Suresh Pujari has said that the state government is on alert and preparations have been made to deal with the possible cyclone. He said that the government machinery is fully prepared, even if the system becomes more powerful in future.
First impression in Andaman and Nicobar
This system will first impact Andaman and Nicobar Islands. Due to this, there is a possibility of heavy to very heavy rain in the islands till 26th November. Rainfall is expected to be at its peak in Nicobar region on 24th and 25th November. Wind speed can start from 35–45 km per hour and go up to 55 km per hour. The speed is expected to increase to around 65 km per hour on November 25.
What are meteorologists saying about the route of the storm?
There is still uncertainty regarding the route of this storm. Meteorologists are assessing whether after November 26, this storm will move towards Tamil Nadu-Andhra Pradesh coast or turn north towards Odisha-Bangladesh. At present, people have been advised to keep an eye on regular weather updates.
What did IMD say in the latest alert?
IMD has advised fishermen not to venture into the sea in Andaman Sea and South-West Bay of Bengal till November 25. This warning for south-east Bay of Bengal will continue till 28 November. Local administration has increased surveillance in sea areas and low coastal areas.
Why is the storm named ‘Senyar’, what is its meaning?
The name ‘Senyar’ means ‘Lion’. The name was suggested by the United Arab Emirates (UAE) and is part of the approved list of the World Meteorological Organization (WMO) and the United Nations Cyclone Nomenclature Panel. This name was in sequence for the next storm to form in the North Indian Ocean.
As the system in the Bay of Bengal is gaining strength, all the states on the east coast have been put on alert. The Meteorological Department has said that the situation will become more clear in the next 48 hours and after that detailed warnings will be issued on the possible cyclone path and impact.
