Rainfall activity is likely to increase from Thursday. Several coastal and adjoining districts may receive heavy showers till January 11. The India Meteorological Department said such intense January systems are uncommon over the Bay of Bengal.

Officials noted that only 20 intense weather systems have formed in January since 1891. Meteorologists said unfavourable atmospheric conditions usually limit intensification during this month. Advances in satellite monitoring have improved detection since the 1960s.

The Regional Meteorological Centre said the system may move west-northwestwards over the next 48 hours. Heavy rainfall is expected in Ramanathapuram and Thanjavur on Thursday. An orange alert was issued for Thiruvarur and Nagapattinam on Friday. Delta districts may see intense rain on January 10. Northern districts, including Chennai, may experience heavy rainfall over the weekend. Officials advised residents to remain alert.

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The storm is moving northwest at nearly 8 kmph. It will cross the Sri Lankan coast and then enter the Bay of Bengal. After that, it will move toward north Tamil Nadu, Puducherry, and south Andhra Pradesh. This may happen by November 30. Officials say the cyclone will not turn into a severe storm, but strong weather conditions will still affect the coast.

Wind speeds near the centre may touch 60–80 kmph. Gusts may reach 90 kmph. Outer areas may get winds of 35–55 kmph. Heavy rainfall will hit many districts.

The Regional Meteorological Centre in Chennai has issued a red alert for Thanjavur, Tiruvarur, Nagapattinam, and Mayiladuthurai. An orange alert is in place for Chennai, Tiruvallur, Kancheepuram, Ranipet, and Chengalpattu. Fishermen and people in low-lying areas should stay alert and take care.

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