Low pressure in Bay of Bengal; heavy rains in Kozhikode, Kannur and Kasargod districts

KOCHI: The low pressure area formed in the Bay of Bengal had intensified and turned into extreme low pressure. The MeT said isolated showers are likely to lash the state today and tomorrow. It is expected to intensify and move to West Bengal in the next 24 hours. The coastal areas of Bengal and Odisha are experiencing extreme low pressure now.

Yellow alert has been sounded in Kozhikode and Kannur districts as there are chances for isolated rains. Heavy rains will lash these districts tomorrow. As there are chances for thunderstorms, have asked to be vigilant but fishing would not be hampered.