Potential cyclone in Arabian sea likely to hit Pakistan's coastal areas
A man holding an umbrella watches large waves on Chennai's Marina beach in Tamil Nadu state. PHOTO: REUTERS/FILE
National Emergency Operations Center (NEOC) has issued an initial alert regarding a developing weather system in the Arabian Sea, which may evolve into a coastal cyclone.
According to a spokesperson from the National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA), the system, currently located near the Lakshadweep Islands in India, is expected to move in a northwesterly direction.
Initial forecasts suggest that based on its speed and intensity, the system could make landfall along Pakistan's coastal areas in the third week of October.
"There is a chance that this low-pressure system may evolve into a full-fledged tropical cyclone, with the potential to affect the coastal areas of Pakistan," said a statement released by the press information department.
Authorities are advising coastal residents and relevant departments to remain informed of updates and advisories as the situation evolves.
The NDMA, in collaboration with other agencies, is closely monitoring the system to ensure proactive measures are in place for any potential emergency scenarios.
Weather update
The Meteorological Department has predicted a rise in temperatures in Karachi, with maximum temperatures expected to exceed 38 degrees Celsius on Tuesday (today).
The Early Warning Center of the Meteorological Department issued an advisory stating that from tomorrow, northwestern desert winds from Balochistan will start affecting the city, which caused the maximum temperature to rise to 37 degrees yesterday.
Due to higher humidity levels, the heat may feel more intense than the actual temperature.
Today, the weather in the city is expected to be partly cloudy, with temperatures recorded between 33 to 35 degrees.
Recently, the weather remained moderate due to low-level clouds and strong winds from the sea.
In other districts of Sindh, hot, very hot, and dry weather is expected.
October is typically hot and humid every year, while cooler weather is expected to begin in early or mid-November.