Cyclone Arnab Prompts Fishing Ban as Heavy Rain Alert Issued in Bengal
The Indian Meteorological Department has banned fishing in Bengal due to Cyclone Arnab, predicting heavy rain from Wednesday.
Kolkata, October 26 (Daily Kiran) : The Indian Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a warning regarding the formation of Cyclone ‘Arnab’ in the Bay of Bengal, leading to a fishing ban. Effective from Tuesday through Thursday, fishermen in Kolkata have been advised to refrain from venturing into the sea. This restriction will remain in place until further notice.
The IMD is closely monitoring changes in the cyclone’s path and intensity, which is expected to make landfall near the Andhra Pradesh coast. While the direct impact on West Bengal appears limited, the state is bracing for heavy rainfall and strong winds in several regions.
Rainfall is anticipated to increase in South Bengal starting Wednesday, with forecasts indicating heavy showers in certain districts between Wednesday and Friday. Although the cyclone is expected to strike well away from West Bengal’s shores, its indirect effects may still bring significant weather changes.
An IMD official noted that various districts in the state could experience rain and gusty winds due to the cyclone’s indirect influence. Light to moderate rain is likely in Kolkata and nearby coastal areas on Tuesday and Wednesday, with increased rainfall expected from Thursday onwards.
On Thursday, areas such as South 24 Parganas, East Midnapore, West Midnapore, and Jhargram may see a rise in precipitation, with some regions facing the possibility of heavy downpours.
North Bengal is also predicted to receive rainfall by the weekend, with light to moderate showers expected in Darjeeling, Jalpaiguri, Kalimpong, and Alipurduar on Thursday and Friday. Some locations in these districts may also experience heavy rainfall.
As for the cyclone’s impact on Andhra Pradesh, strong winds are forecasted, with gusts potentially reaching speeds of 115 to 125 kilometers per hour. The maximum wind speed could escalate to around 140 kilometers per hour.
Meanwhile, Kolkata recorded a maximum temperature of 31.05 degrees Celsius on Sunday, slightly below the seasonal average, while the minimum temperature stood at 23.04 degrees Celsius, marginally above normal. Morning humidity was noted at 89 percent, dropping to 50 percent by evening, indicating a humid weather pattern across the city.
