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New Cyclone Threat Forms Over Bay of Bengal, Expected to Hit Andhra Coast by Nov 2
✍️ Pragativadi
🗓 31 Oct 2026, 02:47 PM
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Meteorological authorities have identified a fresh cyclonic system forming over the Bay of Bengal, with projections indicating a landfall near the Andhra Pradesh coast by November 2.
The Indian Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a warning after detecting a developing low‑pressure area over the Bay of Bengal, classifying it as a cyclonic threat.
Latest advisories suggest the system will intensify and make landfall along the Andhra Pradesh coastline by the early hours of November 2, potentially affecting several coastal districts.
Authorities are urging residents in vulnerable areas to prepare for high winds, heavy rainfall and storm surges, and are reviewing evacuation plans.
The IMD will continue to monitor the system and issue updates as the cyclone approaches.
Latest advisories suggest the system will intensify and make landfall along the Andhra Pradesh coastline by the early hours of November 2, potentially affecting several coastal districts.
Authorities are urging residents in vulnerable areas to prepare for high winds, heavy rainfall and storm surges, and are reviewing evacuation plans.
The IMD will continue to monitor the system and issue updates as the cyclone approaches.