The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has confirmed that the low-pressure area over the Bay of Bengal is very likely to intensify into a cyclonic storm by the morning of October 27. Under its influence, heavy rain and strong winds are expected to lash parts of Odisha and Andhra Pradesh starting from October 27, with the intensity peaking on October 28 and 29.

According to the IMD, the wind speed may reach 60 to 70 kmph during this period. While the exact landfall location is yet to be determined, early indications suggest that Andhra Pradesh is likely to face a greater impact, whereas Odisha may experience only heavy rainfall and gusty winds.

Weather experts have predicted widespread rain and squally weather over southern, central, and coastal Odisha for three days. The IMD added tha

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