A low-pressure system situated over the southeastern region of the Arabian Sea, bordering the southwestern Arabian Sea, has now developed into a depression, and the India Meteorological Department (IMD) has announced that it’s expected to intensify into a cyclonic storm by the morning of October 21.
This marks the second cyclonic storm in the Arabian Sea this year and has been named ‘Tej’ following the established naming conventions for cyclones in the Indian Ocean Region. The IMD’s forecast indicates that this cyclonic storm is likely to further escalate into a severe cyclonic storm by Sunday and is projected to move towards the southern coastlines of Oman and neighbouring Yemen.
Nevertheless, it’s important to note that, in some cases, storms can deviate from their initially predicted course and intensity. A prime example of this unpredictability was observed with Cyclone Biparjoy, which formed in the Arabian Sea in June. Initially, it moved in a north-northwest direction but later altered its trajectory, making landfall between Mandvi in Gujarat and Karachi in Pakistan.
As the situation unfolds, it’s essential for residents and authorities in these regions to stay informed and prepared for any possible developments in this cyclonic system’s path and strength.
