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Bay of Bengal Depression: Red Alert in 4 States, Heavy Rain Warning Issued!
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News18•23-09-2026, 09:10
Bay of Bengal Depression: Red Alert in 4 States, Heavy Rain Warning Issued!
- •A depression has formed over the Northwest Bay of Bengal, likely to intensify into a cyclonic storm in the next 48 hours.
- •The system is expected to reach the coasts of North Andhra Pradesh and South Odisha by the morning of September 23.
- •Direct impact is anticipated in Odisha and surrounding areas of Andhra Pradesh, with rain likely in 17 states including Uttar Pradesh, Bihar, Jharkhand, West Bengal, and Telangana.
- •Winds of 50 to 70 kmph are possible in some areas, and IMD warns of landslide risk in hilly states.
- •Heavy rain, thunderstorms, and strong winds are forecast across various states from September 23 to 27.
Key Questions Answered
A depression has formed over the Northwest Bay of Bengal and is expected to move in a west-northwest direction, reaching the coasts of North Andhra Pradesh and South Odisha by the morning of September 23.
Rain is likely in about 17 states, including Odisha, Andhra Pradesh, Uttar Pradesh, Bihar, Jharkhand, West Bengal, and Telangana.
Winds may blow at speeds of 50 to 70 kilometers per hour in Odisha on September 23 and 24, with the IMD also warning of potential landslides in hilly states.
