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Bengal braces for heavy rainfall and strong winds from September 22
A developing weather system is expected to intensify into a deep depression as it approaches the coasts of southern Odisha and northern Andhra Pradesh. The system is likely to bring heavy rains and gusty winds to Bengal, alongside rough sea conditions across the Bay of Bengal.
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The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a weather alert for West Bengal, warning of heavy rainfall and strong winds commencing from September 22. The adverse weather is expected to result from a weather system that is forecast to strengthen into a deep depression over the coming days.
As the system moves towards the southern Odisha and northern Andhra Pradesh coastline, it is likely to intensify further, bringing significant meteorological impacts to the eastern coastal regions. The Bay of Bengal is expected to experience rough sea conditions accompanying the system's passage.
The IMD has cautioned residents and authorities in Bengal to prepare for the anticipated weather changes. Heavy precipitation and gusty winds pose potential risks to infrastructure, agriculture, and coastal communities in the affected areas. Fishermen operating in the Bay of Bengal have been advised to exercise caution and consider returning to shore ahead of the weather deterioration.
Authorities in West Bengal and neighbouring states are monitoring the system's development closely. The specific timing and intensity of rainfall and wind speeds are expected to be refined as the weather system approaches, with further updates likely from the IMD in the coming days.