Cyclone Alert: Heavy Rains Forecast for Andhra Pradesh from November 26

A depression that formed over the Bay of Bengal has intensified into a cyclonic storm. Currently, it is centered over the southern-central Bay of Bengal, adjacent to the eastern Indian Ocean. The India Meteorological Department (IMD), Amaravati division, stated that it is likely to move northwestward and strengthen into a severe cyclonic storm in the next 24 hours. Following this, it is expected to move towards the Tamil Nadu and Sri Lanka coasts over the subsequent 48 hours.

Expected Rainfall in Andhra Pradesh:
The Andhra Pradesh State Disaster Management Authority (APSDMA) announced that the cyclone’s impact would result in light to moderate rainfall, accompanied by thunderstorms, in parts of southern coastal Andhra Pradesh and Rayalaseema until November 29. Heavy rains are anticipated in isolated areas along the southern coast.

Warnings for Fishermen:
The sea is expected to be rough, and fishermen who have ventured out are advised to return to the coast immediately. Strong winds, with speeds ranging from 50 to 75 km/h, are likely to occur along the southern coastal areas on November 26 and 27.

District-Wise Forecast:
November 26-27: Moderate to heavy rainfall is predicted in Nellore, Tirupati, Chittoor, YSR, Sri Sathya Sai, and Annamayya districts.

November 28: Light to moderate rains may extend to northern Andhra districts in addition to southern coastal Andhra Pradesh and Rayalaseema.

November 29: Light to moderate rains are expected in Guntur, Prakasam, Bapatla, Nellore, Chittoor, Annamayya, and Tirupati districts. Isolated heavy rains are likely in Visakhapatnam, Anakapalli, Kakinada, Vizianagaram, Srikakulam, Parvathipuram Manyam, Alluri, Konaseema, East and West Godavari, Krishna, and Eluru districts.

Key Advice:
The APSDMA bulletin advised vigilance in coastal areas, recommending precautionary measures to mitigate the effects of heavy rainfall and strong winds.