What is the news:
A low-pressure has formed in the Bay of Bengal which may become a depression by November 24. Due to this, rain and alerts have been issued in Tamil Nadu and Puducherry.
Meteorologists said that a low-pressure area has formed in the Bay of Bengal. It may turn into a depression near southwest Bay of Bengal and South Andaman Sea by November 24. Also, another low-pressure is active in the Andaman region near the Strait of Malacca which may become a depression by 24th.
The Regional Meteorological Center has said that this system will move in west-northwest direction and is likely to become a cyclonic storm later. Due to this, Yellow Nowcast has been issued for light to moderate rain in many districts of Tamil Nadu. The warning also mentions the possibility of thunder and lightning at some places.
Due to rain, there is a possibility of water logging at some places and slippery roads, which may affect traffic. Moderate rain was recorded in Puducherry since Sunday morning. Urban areas like Beach Road, New Bus Stand, Uppalam, Nellithope, Kamaraj Nagar and rural areas like Villianur, Pakur, Thirupuvanai, Osudu received rain.
According to weather models, this system can turn into a depression by November 24. Orange and yellow alerts have already been issued in some parts. At present, the weather has been reported to remain dry in Odisha for the next seven days and no cyclonic effect is visible there. There is no clear estimate of its arrival in coastal areas yet.
The speed and strength of the system are being monitored for further updates. Changes in the situation are possible around 23-24 November and further information will be given from time to time. At present, no fixed time or permanent effect has been declared.
In short: Low-pressure in Bay of Bengal, depression possible till November 24. Another low pressure is also active in the Andaman region around Malacca. Yellow nowcast and rain warning in many districts of Tamil Nadu. Moderate rain and possibility of waterlogging at some places in Puducherry. Odisha will remain dry for the next seven days; The impact of coastal disturbance is uncertain.