Heavy to very heavy rainfall (7–20 cm) is very likely at one or two places in the Nicobar Islands. (representational image)
Cyclone Senyar Alert LIVE Updates: The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued an alert for the Andaman and Nicobar Islands due to a cyclonic circulation over the Bay of Bengal, which is likely to intensify from November 21, an official said on Thursday. Heavy to very heavy rainfall (7–20 cm) is very likely at one or two places in the Nicobar Islands, and heavy rainfall (7–11 cm) is also expected in the Andaman Islands. Sea conditions are also likely to be rough.
High-wave alert issued: Authorities have issued a Local Cautionary Signal-3 at Port Blair Port. Due to the possibility of surging waves, boat owners, islanders, and tourists have been advised to operate their boats with utmost vigilance, and recreational activities must be carried out with due care. Fishermen have been advised not to venture into the sea along and off the North Andaman Sea due to the likelihood of high waves until November 23.
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Meanwhile, in view of the weather advisory issued by the IMD, the Directorate of Shipping Services (DSS) is likely to reschedule the sailing of inter-island vessels. The operation of harbour or vehicle ferry services at Chatham, Bambooflat, Dundas Point, Hopetown, and Phoenix Bay may also face disruption or suspension at short notice, depending on weather conditions, the official said.
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