Odisha braces for its third cyclone in three weeks as the IMD warns of extreme weather. Odisha Disaster Management Minister Suresh Pujari said, "The need for extreme vigilance even if the storm doesn't directly hit Odisha." Heavy rain and strong winds are expected across several regions through November 20.
The IMD has warned that the cyclone's extensive cloud bands and strong winds will lead to extreme weather across several regions.
North Coastal Andhra Pradesh is likely to witness isolated heavy rainfall on November 18 and 20, with very heavy rainfall on November 19.
The region may also experience thundersqualls with wind speeds reaching 50-60km/h and gusting up to 70km/h on November 19.
Gangetic West Bengal is also likely to witness isolated heavy rainfall and gusty winds on November 19 and 20.
The Andaman & Nicobar Islands may see isolated heavy rainfall on November 15 and November 16, thunderstorms, lightning, and squally winds till November 17.
Odisha Disaster Management Minister Suresh Pujari stressed the need for extreme vigilance even if the storm doesn't directly hit Odisha.
Fishermen have been advised to return by November 15 and not venture into certain regions until the system passes.
The IMD has also warned of squally weather along the south Odisha coast from November 17.
Meanwhile, Northern India is under the influence of a fresh Western Disturbance which is likely to cause light to moderate rainfall and snowfall over the Western Himalayan Region on November 15.
The IMD has also issued a dense fog warning for Uttar Pradesh, predicting low visibility conditions in different regions.
In Delhi, a generally cloudy sky is expected on November 15 with possible light rain or drizzle. The maximum temperature is likely to be between 25°C and 27°C, while the minimum temperature will hover around 16°C to 18°C.