Deep depression continues

Visakhapatnam, July 4 (UNI) The deep depression over Northwest Bay of Bengal, which crossed the Orissa coast between Paradeep and Chandbali last night,is gradually weakening.

Cyclone Warning Centre officials here said, under its influence, strong winds from southwesterly direction, with speed reaching 45 to 55 kmph, will occur along and off coastal Andhra Pradesh during the next 24 hours.

As the sea was very rough, fishermen were advised not to venture into the sea. Rains or thundershowers are likely at many places in Srikakulam and Vizianagaram districts and at a few places over rest of the coastal region in the state.

Isolated heavy rains over Srikakulam and Vizianagaram districts will occur during the next 24 hours, the officials added.

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