Maharashtra Cyclone: Meteorologists warn of an intense cyclonic storm forming in the Bay of Bengal that could potentially impact several western states of India in the coming days. According to the latest updates from the Mumbai-based weather monitoring group, Mumbai Nowcast, this brewing storm is expected to have an impact between May 23 and 27.
The cyclonic circulation, currently in the intensification phase, is projected to make landfall on the eastern coast of India before progressing westward. While it is too early to ascertain the exact trajectory and intensity of the system, the forecasters have cautioned that if the cyclone does pass through the coast, it could bring heavy to very heavy rainfall to the city of Mumbai around 28th May.
Mumbai Nowcast wrote on Twitter, formerly known as X, “Cyclone Alert: Intense cyclone is expected in Bay of Bengal by 23rd May which is likely to impact Odisha, Maharashtra, Gujarat between 23-27. Models predicting Heavy Rains for Gujarat and Mumbai around 28 May"
The India Meteorological Department (IMD), the country's official weather authority, is yet to issue any formal advisory regarding this developing situation. However, the IMD has mentioned the potential for heatwave conditions in isolated pockets of Gangetic West Bengal on May 18 and 19 May, Odisha from 19-21 May, and Gujarat from 17-18 May.