Cyclone Senyar LIVE tracker: Low pressure system intensifies, severe flooding at Tamil Nadu's Thirparappu waterfall

The system is likely to strengthen and may become Cyclone Senyar on November 26.

Another low-pressure area persists over the Southwest Bay of Bengal, South Sri Lanka & adjoining Equatorial Indian Ocean, the IMD said on Tuesday.

As per IMD, heavy rain is likely to occur at isolated places over Thoothukudi, Ramanathapuram, Pudukkottai, Thanjavur, Tiruvarur and Nagapattinam districts on Thursday, 27 November

A flood warning has been issued to the people of Idukki district after the water level of the Mullaperiyar dam reached 140 feet, reported Indian Express Tamil

As per IMD's forecast, heavy rain is likely to occur at isolated places over Kanyakumari, Tirunelveli, Thoothukudi and Ramanathapuram districts.

Heavy rain is likely to occur at isolated places over, Kanyakumari, Tirunelveli, Thoothukudi and Ramanathapuram districts.

The Regional Meteorological Centre said that strong surface winds with speed reaching 30-40 kmph is likely to prevail at isolated places over Coastal Tamil Nadu, Puducherry and Karaikal area.

According to Regional Meteorological Centre, light to moderate rain is likely to occur at isolated places Tamil Nadu (at a few places over South Tamil Nadu and at isolated places over North Tamil Nadu) and over Puducherry & Karaikal area with thunderstorm & lightning at one or two places.

Heavy rain is likely to occur at isolated places over Kanyakumari, Tirunelveli, Thoothukudi and Ramanathapuram districts.

According to IMD, another low-pressure system continued to persist over the Southwest Bay of Bengal, South Sri Lanka & adjoining Equatorial Indian Ocean.

The Kadananadhi Dam reservoir near Azhwarkurichi in Tenkasi district has reached its full capacity. As a safety measure, authorities have maintained the dam’s water level at 78 feet—below its 85-foot capacity—and are releasing 1,480 cubic feet of water.

The system is likely to strengthen and may become Cyclone Senyar on November 26. Meteorologists have said it is still too early to determine the exact path of the storm. Though the disturbance could affect coastal Bengal’s weather, officials are still unsure whether the cyclone will track towards the Tamil Nadu–Andhra Pradesh coastline or curve northwards to Odisha or Bangladesh.

As per IMD, Andaman and Nicobar Islands is likley to receive heavy to very heavy rainfall between November 25 and November 29 (Tuesday to Saturday). Heavy to very heavy rain is also likely in Tamil Nadu, Kerala, Mahe, Lakshadweep, coastal Andhra Pradesh and Yanam, according to the Met office.

In Tirunelveli, water was seen gushing down the hills after the shutters of Papanasam dam were opened to discharge surplus water following the heavy rains in Tamil Nadu. Here's a glimpse

The Bay of Bengal is known for generating powerful cyclones during September and October. One such system, Montha, struck in late October, causing two fatalities and damaging more than 80,000 hectares of crops.

The Andaman and Nicobar Islands are expected to be the first to experience significant impact from today. Rainfall is set to increase steadily across both island groups through the weekend. The Nicobar Islands, in particular, are likely to witness heavy to very heavy rain (105–204 mm in 24 hours) on November 25 as the system passes nearby.

Earlier, IMD scientist Sanjay Dwivedi had told ANI that the low-pressure system will continue to move in a west-northwest direction and is likely to intensify into a cyclonic storm. However, he added, Odisha will experience dry weather for the next seven days, with no cyclonic effect.

Meteorologists have said it is still too early to determine the exact path of the storm. While the disturbance may influence weather conditions along coastal Bengal, officials remain uncertain whether the cyclone will head towards the Tamil Nadu–Andhra Pradesh coastline or curve northwards towards Odisha or Bangladesh.

If the system intensifies into a cyclonic storm, it will be named ‘Senyar’. The name ‘Senyar’ was given by the United Arab Emirates. It usually means a ‘lion’ and is the next name on the cyclonic storm list for the North Indian Ocean. The previous cyclone, which hit Odisha, was named ‘Montha’

Amid warnings issued for heavy to very heavy rains in the Delta and coastal districts from the 28th to the 30th, the Tamil Nadu government instructed the district administration to take all precautionary measures, reported Indian Express Tamil.

The low-pressure system over Malaysia and the adjoining Strait of Malacca has now intensified into depression over the strait of Malacca, IMD stated in a post on social media.

As per IMD, Andaman and Nicobar Islands is likley to receive heavy to very heavy rainfall between November 25 and November 29 (Tuesday to Saturday). Heavy to very heavy rain is also likely in Tamil Nadu, Kerala, Mahe, Lakshadweep, coastal Andhra Pradesh and Yanam, according to the Met office.

The name ‘Senyar’ was given by the United Arab Emirates. It usually means a ‘lion’ and is the next name on the cyclonic storm list for the North Indian Ocean. The previous cyclone, which hit Odisha, was named ‘Montha’

Thirparappu Falls in Kumari District experienced severe flooding due to continuous heavy rains in the Western Ghats. Reports mentioned that water flow has intensified.

As per local media reports, Tamil Nadu announced school closures in multiple districts owing to persistent heavy rainfall.

The Andaman and Nicobar Islands are expected to be the first to experience significant impact from today. Rainfall is set to increase steadily across both island groups through the weekend. The Nicobar Islands, in particular, are likely to witness heavy to very heavy rain (105–204 mm in 24 hours) on November 25 as the system passes nearby.

The Regional Meteorological Department in Tamil Nadu has issued orange alerts for Tenkasi and Tirunelveli, where heavy to extremely heavy rain is expected at isolated locations, especially in the hilly areas. On 25 November, heavy rainfall is likely in Kanyakumari, Tirunelveli, Thoothukudi and Ramanathapuram. On 26 November, seven districts are forecast to receive heavy rain, with intensified rainfall expected over Thoothukudi, Tirunelveli, Thanjavur, Tiruvarur and Nagapattinam on 27 November.

A low-pressure area over the Strait of Malacca and the adjoining South Andaman Sea is likely to strengthen into a cyclone over the Bay of Bengal around November 26. If named, the cyclonic storm will be called ‘Senyar’ — meaning 'lion.' The name was suggested by the United Arab Emirates - one of the 13 member countries that contribute to naming cyclones in the North Indian Ocean region. Full report here

Nellai district has been experiencing continuous heavy rainfall for the past few days, leading to widespread damage in several areas. On Tuesday, around 15 houses in low-lying and paddy field regions collapsed due to the relentless downpour, Indian Express Tamil reported.

The weather department has issued a warning asking fishermen not to venture into several sea areas over the next few days because of rough weather conditions.

Fishermen have been told to stay away from:

South Andaman Sea till 27 November

Southeast Bay of Bengal from 25 to 28 November

Southwest Bay of Bengal, Gulf of Mannar, Comorin area and the coasts of Tamil Nadu, Puducherry and Sri Lanka till 29 November

West-central Bay of Bengal and the Andhra Pradesh coast from 27 to 30 November

Southeast Arabian Sea, Lakshadweep, Maldives region, and the Kerala coast from 25 to 27 November

The advisory also says that those already at sea should avoid the South Andaman Sea till 27 November, the Southeast Bay of Bengal till 28 November, the Southwest Bay of Bengal till 29 November and the West-central Bay of Bengal from 27 to 30 November.

Fishermen along and off the Andhra Pradesh coast have been asked to return to shore before 28 November.

The system is tracking west-northwest and is likely to intensify into a depression over the south Andaman Sea within the next 24 hours.

The Regional Meteorological Department in Tamil Nadu has issued orange alerts for Tenkasi and Tirunelveli, where heavy to extremely heavy rain is expected at isolated locations, especially in the hilly areas. On 25 November, heavy rainfall is likely in Kanyakumari, Tirunelveli, Thoothukudi and Ramanathapuram. On 26 November, seven districts are forecast to receive heavy rain, with intensified rainfall expected over Thoothukudi, Tirunelveli, Thanjavur, Tiruvarur and Nagapattinam on 27 November.

The IMD has also placed Thanjavur, Tiruvarur and Nagapattinam under orange alert for 28 November and warned of very heavy rain across seven northern coastal districts on 29 November. The Meteorological Centre has urged residents in vulnerable areas to stay alert and follow official instructions as weather conditions evolve. Authorities have advised people in affected districts to avoid unnecessary travel, watch for waterlogging and strong winds, and follow guidance from local disaster-management teams and district collectors.

India Meteorological Department (IMD) scientist Dr Sanjeev Dwivedi on Sunday said that a low-pressure area formed over the Bay of Bengal is likely to develop into a depression over the southeast Bay of Bengal and adjoining the south Andaman Sea on November 24.

Speaking to ANI, he said that the low-pressure system will continue to move in a west-northwest direction and is likely to intensify into a cyclonic storm. However, he added, Odisha will experience dry weather for the next seven days, with no cyclonic effect.

"A low-pressure area over the Strait of Malacca and the adjoining Andaman region is expected to move west to northwest, with the possibility of depression formation over the South Andaman Sea on November 24. The (low-pressure) system will continue to move west-northwest. It is likely to intensify into a cyclonic storm," Dwivedi said.

"However, Odisha will experience dry weather for the next seven days, with no cyclonic effect," he added.

Heavy rain has flooded several houses in Nagapattinam, leaving residents struggling with stagnant water. Locals urge authorities to take swift measures to drain the water and restore normalcy.

Current forecasts suggest the cyclone may pass near the Chennai coast on November 29–30. However, models vary, with some indicating a possible landfall along the Andhra Pradesh coast, while others show it moving northwards into the Bay of Bengal and weakening. There is still no update on whether schools in Tamil Nadu will remain closed on Tuesday.

A low-pressure area over the Strait of Malacca and adjoining South Andaman Sea is likely to intensify into a cyclonic storm over southeast Bay of Bengal within the next 48 hours, triggering rain in some coastal districts of Odisha between November 25 and 27, the IMD said on Sunday.

Briefing reporters, revenue and disaster management minister Suresh Pujari said the state government is on alert and fully prepared to tackle any situation arising from the possible cyclone.

"We have made advance preparedness and additional measures so that the government machinery can easily tackle the system, even in case of further intensification," he said.