Port Blair, July 16: Thunderstorms, lightning & gusty wind (40-50) kmph is likely to occur over Andaman and Nicobar Islands. Heavy rain (7-llcm) likely to occur at one or two places over Andaman Islands on July 17, 18, 19 & 20.

Due to strong monsoon current wind speed exceeding 45 kmph is likely prevail over Andaman Sea and neighborhood. Fishermen have been advised not to venture into the Sea till 20th July, 2023.  For further enquiries / information contact helpline of State Emergency Operation Centre at Helpline No. 1070 & District Emergency Operation Centre at Helpline No. 1077. For any emergency/assistance at sea, call Coast Guard SAR Agency at Toll Free number 1554.