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Weather
Bay of Bengal Depression to Intensify into Severe Cyclone Near Bapatla
✍️ Pragativadi
🗓 25 Oct 2026, 06:03 AM
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A depression over the Bay of Bengal is forecast to strengthen into a severe cyclone, with a landfall expected near Bapatla and Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh.
The Indian Meteorological Department has warned that a low‑pressure system over the Bay of Bengal is likely to intensify into a severe cyclonic storm.
The latest forecast indicates that the system will strengthen over the next 48 hours and is projected to make landfall near the coastal towns of Bapatla and Visakhapatnam in Andhra Pradesh.
Residents along the eastern coast have been advised to stay alert and follow local authorities’ instructions, as the cyclone could bring strong winds, heavy rainfall, and potential flooding.
Meteorological authorities are monitoring the system closely and have urged coastal communities to prepare for potential impacts.
The latest forecast indicates that the system will strengthen over the next 48 hours and is projected to make landfall near the coastal towns of Bapatla and Visakhapatnam in Andhra Pradesh.
Residents along the eastern coast have been advised to stay alert and follow local authorities’ instructions, as the cyclone could bring strong winds, heavy rainfall, and potential flooding.
Meteorological authorities are monitoring the system closely and have urged coastal communities to prepare for potential impacts.