Following the intensification of a low-pressure system over the Bay of Bengal, which has now developed into a depression, the India Meteorological Department (IMD) has warned of further strengthening into a cyclonic storm by October 27-28. If the storm forms, it may be named “Montha,” a name contributed by Thailand, which means “beautiful flowers.”

Cyclone Montha: Andhra Pradesh and Tamil Nadu on High Alert

In a post on X, the IMD stated, “A depression over the southeast Bay of Bengal is likely to intensify into a cyclonic storm over the southwest and adjoining west-central Bay of Bengal by October 27.” The storm is expected to impact the coastal areas of Andhra Pradesh and Tamil Nadu, bringing heavy rainfall. IMD has warned of heavy rainfall in several states, including Tamil Nadu, Kera

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