Indian National Center for Ocean Information Services (INCOIS)

• 06 May 2024

On 5th May 2024, Indian National Center for Ocean Information Services (INCOIS) issued 'Orange' warning for Kerala, Tamil Nadu, Lakshadweep, and others.

• Swell surges reported in low-lying areas, causing seawater gushing into properties.
• Southern coastal districts of Kerala and Tamil Nadu to experience swell surges till Monday.
• Recent swell surge coincided with high tide period, intensifying wave height.
• Winds contribute to wave intensity, triggered by ongoing storm surge in Atlantic Ocean.
• Fishermen warned about fishing activities in affected areas, coastal Andhra Pradesh to experience strong winds.
• IMD predicts rough seas with waves up to 4 meters in Bay of Bengal and moderate waves in Tamil Nadu coast.