IMD issues heavy rainfall alert for Andaman & Nicobar Islands as cyclonic circulation intensifies
New Delhi: The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a weather alert for the Andaman and Nicobar Islands as a cyclonic circulation over the Bay of Bengal is expected to intensify from November 21. According to officials, heavy to very heavy rainfall of 7–20 cm is likely at one or two places in the Nicobar Islands, while the Andaman Islands may receive heavy rainfall of 7–11 cm. Sea conditions are expected to remain rough.
A Local Cautionary Signal-3 has been hoisted at Port Blair Port. Authorities have advised boat operators, islanders, and tourists to exercise extreme caution due to the possibility of surging waves. Fishermen have been warned against venturing into the sea along and off the North Andaman Sea until November 23 because of the likelihood of high waves.
In view of the IMD advisory, the Directorate of Shipping Services (DSS) is likely to reschedule inter-island vessel operations. Harbour and vehicle ferry services at Chatham, Bambooflat, Dundas Point, Hopetown, and Phoenix Bay may face disruptions or suspension at short notice depending on weather conditions.
The IMD said a low-pressure area is expected to form over the southeast Bay of Bengal around November 22, which may intensify into a depression over the central parts of the south Bay of Bengal on November 24. Heavy to very heavy rainfall is likely over the Andaman & Nicobar Islands on November 21 and 22, and heavy rainfall is expected again on November 23 and 24.
According to the latest bulletin, an upper-air cyclonic circulation has developed over the central parts of the Strait of Malacca and extends up to 5.8 km above sea level. Under its influence, the system may move west-northwestwards and strengthen further over the southwest Bay of Bengal over the next 48 hours. If it develops into a cyclonic storm, it will be named Cyclone Senyar, a name suggested by the UAE.
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Wild fox falls into tank in Thane, rescued after one-hour operation
Thane (PTI): A wild fox was rescued on Sunday after it fell into an open water tank in Thane's Shil area, an official said.
The rescue operation, which started at noon, was a coordinated effort between the Fire Brigade, wildlife personnel that took one hour, Thane Municipal Corporation disaster management cell chief Yasin Tadvi said.
"The fox fell into a tank located near Muktai residency on Kalyan-Shilphata road. The rescue proved challenging due to the confined space of the tank. However, through the combined efforts of the fire brigade and forest officials, the fox was safely pulled out after nearly an hour of careful manoeuvring," Tadvi said.
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Following the rescue, the animal was checked for injuries and taken by the forest department for further observation before its eventual release, he said.
