The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued an alert in the Andaman and Nicobar Islands due to a formation of a cyclonic circulation over the Bay of Bengal, as PTI reported. The circulation is likely to intensify from November 21, and if the cyclone intensify, it will be named 'Senyar'.

Due to cyclonic circulations, heavy to very heavy rainfall (07-20 cm) is very likely to occur in Nicobar Island and heavy rainfall (07-11 cm) is also expected in Andaman Island.

"Thunderstorms with gusty wind (40-50 kilometres per hour) and lightning are also very likely to occur at one or two places over Andaman and Nicobar Islands on November 24 and 25," the official said.

Rough sea and strong winds

Rough seas and strong winds are also likely in Andaman Sea, with speeds of 35-45 kmph and gust

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