ISLAMABAD: The National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA) has issued an early warning about a low-pressure system developing in the Arabian Sea that could turn into a tropical storm.
Currently located near the Lakshadweep Valley in India, this system is expected to move northwestward and may impact Pakistan’s coastal regions in the third week of October. The NDMA noted that while early forecasts suggest a possible landfall, it will depend on the system’s path and intensity.
Chief Meteorologist Sardar Sarfaraz confirmed that a cyclone has not yet formed but warned that low air pressure could develop by October 9 or 10 in the southeast Arabian Sea. He mentioned that this area is near the southern coast of India and could intensify if conditions are right.
Sarfaraz stated that it is too early to predict whether the cyclone will reach Pakistan’s coastline. He explained that the storm’s path will become clearer once it develops further. Most post-monsoon cyclones typically head towards Oman.
Residents of coastal areas are advised to stay updated with official news and warnings as the situation progresses. The NDMA is monitoring the situation closely and will issue more advisories if necessary.
It’s worth noting that Karachi and other coastal areas recently experienced rains due to the effects of Cyclone Asna, which formed in the Arabian Sea at the end of August.