Cyclone Amphan to intensify over Bay of Bengal on May 16; rains expected in Andamans, Odisha, West Bengal: IMD
On May 14, the weather office dispatched an alert on the brewing storm, Cyclone Amphan, to the National Disaster Response Force and the chief secretaries of eight states and Union Territories.
May 15, 2020, 13:49 PM ISTIMD predicts cyclonic storm over Bay of Bengal by May 16 evening
The associated cyclonic circulation extends up to mid-tropospheric levels. It is very likely to concentrate into a depression over central parts of south Bay of Bengal on May 15.
May 13, 2020, 16:02 PM ISTLow pressure area forms over Andaman Sea, Bay of Bengal, likely to move north till May 5
Accordingly, it is likely to become more marked over the same region during next 48 hours, concentrate into a depression over the Andaman Sea and adjoining the southeast Bay of Bengal during subsequent 48 hours and intensify further thereafter.
May 01, 2020, 15:49 PM ISTIMD issues wraning of cyclone 'Bulbul' over Bay of Bengal
The intensifying depression which will likely concentrate into a cyclonic storm is another cyclone reported in a week following the warning issued about the extremely severe cyclonic storm 'Maha' raging over the Arabian Sea.
Nov 05, 2019, 16:45 PM ISTShips and aircraft on high alert as deep depression forms in Bay of Bengal, fishermen cautioned
The deep depression is very likely to move initially northwestwards and cross north Odisha - West Bengal coasts close to the north of Balasore on Wednesday afternoon and move west northwestwards thereafter, according to the India Meteorological Department (IMD).
Aug 07, 2019, 14:01 PM ISTDepression over northwest Bay of Bengal likely to intensify in next 24 hours
The ministry said that light to moderate rainfall at most places with heavy to very heavy rainfall at a few places and isolated extremely heavy falls (>=20cm) is very likely over Odisha on Auguts 6 and 7.
Aug 06, 2019, 15:47 PM ISTICG and Bangladesh Coast Guard bring back 516 Indian fishermen stranded due to rough seas
The Indian Coast Guard in a coordinated operation with the Bangladesh Coast Guard brought back as many as 516 Indian fishermen along with 32 Indian Fishing Boats from Bangladesh who were stranded due to bad weather and rough seas in the Bay of Bengal.
Jul 16, 2019, 21:20 PM IST67 thousands family suffers due to Fani cyclone in East Midnapore
Cyclone Fani, the most powerful tropical storm to hit India in 20 years, hit East Midnapore district of West Bengal very badly, it effects daily life of 67 thousands family. watch video...
May 04, 2019, 15:48 PM ISTFani cyclone destroyed a village in Bankura West Bengal
Cyclone Fani, the most powerful tropical storm to hit India in 20 years, destroyed a village in Bankura district of West Bengal. watch video...
May 04, 2019, 15:38 PM ISTCyclone Fani Impact: old tree falls on a taxi shop and electric poll
Fani cyclone creates problem for people of Durgapur. An old tree fallen due to speedy winds of Fani. Old tree falls on a taxi shop and electric poll. watch video...
May 04, 2019, 15:04 PM ISTwatch Drone visual from puri after cyclonic storm Fani
Cyclone Fani, the most powerful tropical storm to hit India in 20 years, pummeled through coastal Odisha with wind speeds of over 200 kmph on Friday but failed to cause widespread death and destruction due to massive pre-emptive measures taken by the state government and other agencies. watch drone visual from puri after cyclonic storm Fani.
May 04, 2019, 13:24 PM ISTCyclone Fani Impact: flood like situation in coastal Odisha
Cyclone Fani, the most powerful tropical storm to hit India in 20 years, pummeled through coastal Odisha with wind speeds of over 200 kmph on Friday but failed to cause widespread death and destruction due to massive pre-emptive measures taken by the state government and other agencies. watch the aerial survey of area after flood like situation...
May 04, 2019, 09:14 AM ISTCyclone Fani: 3 Killed as ‘Extremely Severe’ Storm Hits Odisha
Cyclone Fani made landfall at Odisha’s Puri on Friday. Currently, safety steps are being taken to evacuate over a million people as the storm is heading towards the eastern coast of the country. To deal with any kind of exigency, the Indian Coast Guard has positioned 34 disaster relief teams at different spots and has also deployed four ships. Watch this video to know more.
May 03, 2019, 14:52 PM ISTcyclone fani impact: Kalinga stadium roof blown off
Kalinga stadium roof blown off due to cyclone fani. The rescue and relief agencies in Odisha are on high alert in view of Cyclone Fani. The landfall process of the extremely severe cyclone began nearly at 8 am on Friday close to Puri in Odisha, winds blowing at a maximum speed of 240-245 km per hour and heavy to very heavy rains are continuing over the coastal areas, the IMD said.
May 03, 2019, 14:36 PM ISTCyclone Fani raises safety concerns about spotted deer in Balukhand sanctuary
The sanctuary is located along the Bay of Bengal coast, between the towns of Puri and Konark in Odisha.
May 02, 2019, 15:17 PM ISTCyclone Fani: Indian Coast Guard works overtime to ensure safety at sea
To ensure that widespread precautionary measures are in place in areas likely to be affected by the cyclonic storm, the Indian Coast Guard is closely liasioning with state administration as well as the India Meteorological Department (IMD).
May 02, 2019, 06:24 AM ISTCyclone Phethai: Deep depression in Bay of Bengal likely to intensify, rains forecast in TN
With the sea condition likely to be 'very rough', the weather department has advised fishermen not to venture into Bay of Bengal during the next three days till December 17.
Dec 15, 2018, 14:30 PM ISTVillagers' survival at stake in India's disappearing island
The tiny island in Sundarbans delta, home to 4,800 people, is endangered due to climate change.
Nov 30, 2018, 09:08 AM ISTCyclonic storm Gaja to make landfall on Thursday; Tamil Nadu, Puducherry on alert
While moving west-southwestwards further, it is likely to weaken gradually and cross Tamil Nadu coast between Pamban and Cuddalore on Thursday evening as a Cyclonic Storm with a wind speed of 80-90 gusting to 100 kmph.
Nov 14, 2018, 17:19 PM ISTCyclonic storm 'Gaja' over Bay of Bengal likely to intensify into Severe Cyclonic Storm in next 24 hrs: IMD
A cyclone alert has been issued for north Tamil Nadu, Puducherry and adjoining south Andhra Pradesh coasts.
Nov 11, 2018, 13:19 PM IST