The Indian Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a red alert for parts of Tamil Nadu and Kerala, anticipating extremely heavy rainfall due to multiple land-based cyclonic circulations and low-pressure systems currently affecting the region. This alert comes as weather conditions in the Bay of Bengal are set to deteriorate further.
The IMD has forecast the formation of a low-pressure area over the Southwest Bay of Bengal around May 22. This system is expected to track northeastwards initially and is likely to intensify into a depression over the central Bay of Bengal by approximately May 24. Meteorologists are closely monitoring this development, with a potential cyclone formation on the horizon by May 23 and 24.
Residents in the affected areas are urged to stay informed and take necessary precautions as heavy rainfall and severe weather conditions could lead to flooding and disruptions. Authorities are preparing for emergency response operations to ensure the safety and well-being of those in the cyclone’s path.
