Cyclone by October 27: IMD Bhubaneswar director predicts heavy rainfall in Odisha districts

The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has confirmed that the low-pressure area over the Bay of Bengal is very likely to intensify into a cyclonic storm by the morning of October 27. Under its influence, heavy rain and strong winds are expected to lash parts of Odisha and Andhra Pradesh starting from October 27, with the intensity peaking on October 28 and 29.

According to the IMD, the wind speed may reach 60 to 70 kmph during this period. While the exact landfall location is yet to be determined, early indications suggest that Andhra Pradesh is likely to face a greater impact, whereas Odisha may experience only heavy rainfall and gusty winds.

Weather experts have predicted widespread rain and squally weather over southern, central, and coastal Odisha for three days. The IMD added that a clearer picture of the cyclone’s track and strength will emerge in the next 24 hours.

Meteorologists have noted that various weather models, including those used by international agencies, confirm the likelihood of a small-scale cyclone even if it does not intensify into a major cyclonic storm.

Sharing updates about the system, IMD Bhubaneswar Director Manorama Mohanty said, “The system is likely to intensify into a depression on October 25, a deep depression on October 26 and a cyclone by October 27 morning. The system is likely to impact Andhra Pradesh, but Odisha will experience heavy rainfall. Heavy to very heavy rainfall is expected on October 27, 28 and 29 in the coastal region.”

“Few places in Kendrapara, Jagatsinghpur, Cuttack, Khordha, Puri, Nayagarh, Ganjam, Gajapati, Rayagada, Koraput and Malkangiri districts are likely to witness heavy rainfall on October 27. Most places in Odisha are expected to witness rainfall on October 28 and 29. 

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Residents in vulnerable areas have been advised to remain alert as authorities continue to monitor the system’s movement closely.