The Meteorological Department has issued a third watch alert regarding a developing depression in the southeastern Arabian Sea, which continues to move northeastward.
Officials confirmed that while the system has strengthened over the past 24 hours, it currently poses no threat to the Pakistani coastline.
According to the latest update, the centre of the depression is positioned at 13.3° North latitude and 70.5° East longitude, approximately 1,340 kilometres southeast of Karachi and around 340 kilometres northwest of Lakshadweep, an Indian island territory.
System becomes more organised in 24 hours
Meteorological officials stated that the depression has become more organized over the last day, with improved structure and intensity. The system is expected to continue moving northeastward over the eastern Arabian Sea in the next 24 hours, maintaining its current trajectory.
Despite the intensification, the department emphasized that no direct impact is anticipated for Pakistan’s coastal areas, including Karachi, Thatta, and Gwadar.
Continuous monitoring by Tropical Cyclone Warning Centre
The Tropical Cyclone Warning Centre (TCWC) of the Meteorological Department is closely monitoring the system’s movement and potential developments. “All relevant agencies are being kept informed,” the Met Office said, assuring that updates will be issued promptly in case of any change in direction or intensity.
Residents along the coast are advised to stay updated through official weather bulletins, although there is no cause for concern at this stage, according to the department’s statement.
Meteorologists noted that the current weather pattern in the Arabian Sea aligns with the seasonal post-monsoon activity often seen in October and November, when sea surface temperatures remain favourable for cyclonic development.
