The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a high alert for Tamil Nadu as a deep depression in the Southwest Bay of Bengal is expected to strengthen into a cyclonic storm, likely to be named Cyclone Fengal, within the next 24 hours. The storm is expected to approach Tamil Nadu's coast around November 27-28, 2024.
The storm is moving towards the north-northwest at 12 km/h and is expected to bypass Sri Lanka before heading towards Tamil Nadu. However, cooler sea surface temperatures near the coast could slightly weaken the cyclone before it reaches land.
Heavy rainfall is expected in Tamil Nadu, Puducherry, and Andhra Pradesh between November 27 and 29, along with strong winds of 45-55 km/h, gusting up to 65 km/h. Coastal areas may experience flooding and disruptions to marine activities due to rough seas.
The IMD has advised residents in vulnerable areas to prepare for heavy rain and potential flooding. Fishermen are also urged to stay away from the Southwest Bay of Bengal until conditions improve. Local authorities are on alert, with emergency teams ready to manage the situation.
Cyclone Fengal, named by Saudi Arabia, is part of a naming system used by countries in the North Indian Ocean to identify storms. The World Meteorological Organization (WMO) and UNESCAP countries contribute names to a rotating list for storm identification. After Fengal, the next cyclone will be named "Shakhti" by Sri Lanka.
The cyclone’s development is due to warm sea surface temperatures in the Bay of Bengal, which have helped the depression intensify. However, cooler temperatures near the Tamil Nadu coast may cause a slight weakening of the storm before landfall.
Cyclone Fengal is the fourth storm of the 2024 North Indian Ocean cyclone season, following Cyclone Dana. Past cyclones like Gaja in 2018 caused significant damage in Tamil Nadu, stressing the importance of preparedness.
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