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Cyclone threat looms over AP coast; Heavy rain alert issued

Vijayawada, Oct 24 (UNI) A well-marked low-pressure area over the east-central Bay of Bengal is likely to intensify into a ‘Depression’ by Sunday night and into a severe ‘Cyclonic Storm’ by Monday, according to the Andhra Pradesh State Disaster Management Authority (APSDMA).
APSDMA Managing Director Prakhar Jain here on Saturday said the weather system is expected to strengthen into a cyclonic storm over the west-central Bay of Bengal by Monday morning and approach the Andhra Pradesh coast by Wednesday morning.
Widespread rainfall is likely across the State from Monday, with heavy to extremely heavy showers expected in several areas on Tuesday and Wednesday. Strong winds are also likely along the coastal belt as the system nears the shore.
The India Meteorological Department has forecast extreme heavy rainfall over coastal Andhra Pradesh on October 27 and 28, with the system likely to move towards the north Andhra Pradesh and adjoining south Odisha coasts.
Fishermen have been advised not to venture into the sea until further notice. The APSDMA has urged people in coastal and low-lying areas to take precautionary measures, avoid sheltering under trees and large hoardings, and remain alert to official weather updates.
For emergency assistance and cyclone-related information, the public can contact the APSDMA toll-free numbers: 112, 1070 and 1800-425-0101.
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