The IMD has issued a warning for fishermen due to strong winds over the Bay of Bengal and the Arabian Sea.
In the Bay of Bengal, wind speeds of 45 to 55 kmph, gusting up to 65 kmph, are expected over parts of the central Bay between July 5 and July 7. Winds of 40 to 50 kmph, with gusts reaching 60 kmph, are also likely over the Andaman Sea, Andhra Pradesh coast and adjoining southern Bay of Bengal.
In the Arabian Sea, similar conditions are expected between July 5 and July 7. Strong winds of up to 65 kmph may affect the central Arabian Sea, while gusty winds are also forecast along the Kerala and Karnataka coasts, Lakshadweep region and adjoining east-central Arabian Sea.
Fishermen have been advised not to venture into these sea areas during the warning period due to rough weather conditions.