DNCA News Desk
18 November 2025
A new weather system brewing in the Bay of Bengal has put coastal regions of eastern India on high alert, with the India Meteorological Department (IMD) warning that the next 48 hours will be decisive in determining the intensity and track of a potential cyclonic storm.
According to the IMD, a low-pressure area currently over the southeast Bay of Bengal is likely to intensify further as it moves west-northwestward over the next two days. The system is expected to concentrate into a depression and possibly a cyclonic storm, drawing energy from the warm sea surface temperatures typical of the region in November.
"The coming 48 hours are extremely crucial. During this period, it will become clear how intense the system will become and which coastal states will bear the maximum impact," an IMD official stated.
Coastal areas of Andaman & Nicobar Islands, Tamil Nadu, Andhra Pradesh, and Odisha** are likely to experience heavy to very heavy rainfall accompanied by strong gusty winds in the coming days. Rough to very rough sea conditions are anticipated, with wave heights expected to rise significantly if the system intensifies into a depression or beyond.
Fishermen have been strictly advised not to venture into the sea along the east coast until further notice.
The IMD highlighted that November cyclones in the Bay of Bengal often undergo rapid intensification due to favorable oceanic and atmospheric conditions. Recent examples of fast-developing storms have prompted authorities to remain extra vigilant.
"Many systems formed in the Bay of Bengal have turned into severe cyclonic storms within just a few hours. Keeping this in mind, we have advised all coastal states to strengthen advance preparedness," the weather department said.
The low-pressure system was marked on November 22, and critical updates regarding its development and probable landfall zone are expected within the next 24 to 48 hours.
The entire nation is closely monitoring the evolution of this new weather system and its potential impact on the eastern coastline.
Further updates from the IMD are expected shortly. Coastal residents are urged to stay tuned to official weather bulletins and follow instructions from local authorities.
Stay safe, stay informed.
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