The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a cyclone alert for the Andaman and Nicobar Islands due to a cyclonic circulation over the Bay of Bengal, which is expected to intensify from September 24, officials said on Tuesday.

Local port warnings have been issued in response to the weather system, which is likely to bring heavy rainfall until September 25. According to officials, “Thunderstorms with gusty winds reaching 40-50 kmph and lightning are very likely to occur at one or two places over the Andaman and Nicobar Islands on September 24.”

Heavy rain, measuring between 7-11 cm, is expected at one or two places over the Andaman Island. Additionally, thunderstorms with gusty winds of 40-50 kmph and lightning are also likely at one or two places across the Andaman and Nicobar Islands on September 25 and 26.

The officials further added, “Thunderstorms accompanied by gusty winds (40-50 kmph) and lightning are expected at one or two places over the islands on September 27 and 28. Squally weather with surface wind speeds ranging from 35-45 kmph, gusting up to 55 kmph, is very likely to prevail over the Andaman Sea and the Andaman and Nicobar coast.”

Sea conditions are forecasted to be rough over the next five days. Fishermen have been strongly advised not to venture into the sea along and off the Andaman Sea and the islands’ coast until September 25. Due to the potential for surging waves, boat owners, island residents, and tourists have been cautioned to operate their boats with utmost vigilance. Recreational activities should also be undertaken with due care.

Meanwhile, in light of the IMD’s weather advisory indicating the formation of a low-pressure area over the Bay of Bengal, the Directorate of Shipping Services (DSS) is expected to reschedule the sailing of vessels to Campbell Bay, Nancowry, Katchal, and other islands.

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