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Bay of Bengal weather system triggers heavy rain alerts in India and Nepal
A low-pressure system over the Bay of Bengal is intensifying and is expected to bring widespread heavy to extremely heavy rainfall across several regions in South Asia.
In India, the India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued warnings for multiple states. Odisha is under a red alert for extremely heavy rainfall in districts including Kandhamal, Gajapati, Ganjam, Puri, Kalahandi, and Rayagada. The system is expected to approach the Odisha-Andhra Pradesh coast around September 23. Andhra Pradesh and Telangana are also bracing for heavy rain and thunderstorms. Other regions facing weather alerts include Tamil Nadu, West Bengal, and Madhya Pradesh.
In Nepal, authorities have warned of heavy to very heavy rainfall from September 25 to 27, which could trigger floods and landslides. Meteorologists note that the system may impact the Bhote Kosi-Trisuli valley, raising concerns for local stability and mountaineering expeditions. Residents in vulnerable areas have been advised to avoid unnecessary travel and stay clear of rivers and low-lying regions.
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- [○ 1 SOURCE] Madhya Pradesh districts are under warning for thunderstorms and heavy to very heavy rain.
- [● 3 SOURCES] Heavy to very heavy rainfall is forecast for several parts of Nepal from September 25 to 27. english.onlinekhabar.com · nepalitimes.com · www.ratopati.com
- [● 6 SOURCES] The weather system is expected to approach the north Andhra Pradesh and south Odisha coasts around September 23. businessnewsweek.in · businessnewsthisweek.com · indtoday.com · newsable.asianetnews.com · pragativadi.com
- [● 2 SOURCES] A red alert for extremely heavy rainfall has been issued for six districts in Odisha: Kandhamal, Gajapati, Ganjam, Puri, Kalahandi, and Rayagada. businessnewsweek.in · businessnewsthisweek.com
- [○ 1 SOURCE] West Bengal is expected to see heavy rainfall, thunderstorms, and gusty winds starting September 22. english.mathrubhumi.com
- [● 6 SOURCES] A low-pressure system in the Bay of Bengal is expected to intensify into a depression and then a deep depression. businessnewsweek.in · businessnewsthisweek.com · indtoday.com · newsable.asianetnews.com · pragativadi.com
- [● 2 SOURCES] Heavy rainfall is predicted for parts of Andhra Pradesh and Telangana. indtoday.com · newsable.asianetnews.com
- [○ 1 SOURCE] Tamil Nadu is expected to experience heavy showers in 21 districts due to the low-pressure area. www.dtnext.in