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Cyclone Arnab Strikes Andhra Pradesh, Evacuations Reach Tens of Thousands
✍️ AP News
🗓 28 Oct 2026, 12:18 PM
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Cyclone Arnab has made landfall in Andhra Pradesh, prompting authorities to evacuate tens of thousands of residents from vulnerable coastal areas.
Cyclone Arnab made landfall along the coast of Andhra Pradesh, bringing strong winds and heavy rainfall to the region. The storm’s arrival triggered a large-scale evacuation effort, with authorities moving tens of thousands of residents from low‑lying and flood‑prone areas.
Local officials reported that shelters were set up in schools, community centers and other public buildings to accommodate evacuees. The government urged people to stay indoors and avoid traveling on roads that could be washed out by the storm.
Meteorological agencies warned that the cyclone could bring storm surges up to several meters, posing a serious threat to coastal infrastructure and fishing communities. The Andhra Pradesh Disaster Management Authority has been coordinating relief operations and monitoring the cyclone’s path.
As the storm continues to move across the Bay of Bengal, officials remain on high alert, preparing for possible after‑effects such as flooding and power outages.
Local officials reported that shelters were set up in schools, community centers and other public buildings to accommodate evacuees. The government urged people to stay indoors and avoid traveling on roads that could be washed out by the storm.
Meteorological agencies warned that the cyclone could bring storm surges up to several meters, posing a serious threat to coastal infrastructure and fishing communities. The Andhra Pradesh Disaster Management Authority has been coordinating relief operations and monitoring the cyclone’s path.
As the storm continues to move across the Bay of Bengal, officials remain on high alert, preparing for possible after‑effects such as flooding and power outages.