The weather department has issued a marine warning for fishermen due to strong winds over the Bay of Bengal and the Arabian Sea.
On July 6 and July 7, wind speeds of 40-50 kmph, gusting up to 60 kmph, are expected over the Andhra Pradesh coast, central Bay of Bengal, parts of the southern Bay of Bengal and the Andaman Sea.
Over the Arabian Sea, winds may reach 45-55 kmph with gusts up to 65 kmph across the central Arabian Sea. Similar conditions are expected near the Karnataka and Kerala coasts, Lakshadweep and adjoining waters.
The IMD has advised fishermen not to venture into the affected sea regions during the warning period, citing rough weather and hazardous marine conditions.