Tropical Cyclone 02b

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At long last, a tropical cyclone has formed in the North Indian Ocean, in the extreme northern Bay of Bengal. TC 02B has an intensity of 35kts, but only has a few hours left before landfall, therefore no strengthening is forecast. The cyclone us quite large, and primary concern is flooding rainfall to all coastal areas bordering the northern Bay of Bengal. Dissipation is expected within 24hrs over land, but the rains could take longer to subside.

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02B moved inland this afternoon. Convection is becoming detached from the weakening LLC due to land interaction and increased shear. JTWC have issued their second advisory, which is also their last.