Deep Depression in Bay of Bengal Triggers High Alert in North Andhra
Deep Depression in Bay of Bengal Triggers High Alert in North Andhra
IN · Published Sep 23, 2026
A deep depression over the Bay of Bengal has intensified, prompting a high alert in North Coastal Andhra Pradesh.
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) reports that the system is centred near latitude 18.0°N and longitude 85.4°E, approximately 140 km east-southeast of Kalingapatnam and 220 km east of Visakhapatnam.

Impact & Risks

The deep depression is expected to cause widespread disruption in North Andhra Pradesh, with risks of flash floods in saturated watersheds and rough sea conditions along the coast. Authorities have issued warnings for low-to-moderate Persistent Flash Flood Threat (PFFT) and Flash Flood Risk (FFR). Heavy rainfall may lead to waterlogging and damage to infrastructure, particularly in districts like Srikakulam, Vizianagaram, and Visakhapatnam. Schools and colleges in North Andhra have been closed as a precautionary measure.

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