Cyclone Arnab intensifies, heavy rain and winds to impact Andhra Pradesh coast
Cyclone Arnab intensifies, heavy rain and winds to impact Andhra Pradesh coast
IN · Published Oct 26, 2026
• Cyclone Arnab is strengthening into a very severe cyclonic storm and is expected to make landfall along the Andhra Pradesh coast on October
• The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has forecast heavy to extremely heavy rainfall and destructive winds across Andhra Pradesh, Odisha, and other states. Maximum sustained wind speeds are predicted to reach 115-125 kmph, with gusts up to 140 kmph. Coastal districts of Gangetic West Bengal, Sub-Himalayan West Bengal, and Sikkim are also likely to experience heavy rainfall between October 28 and

Impact & Risks

The cyclone poses significant risks to coastal areas, including flooding, property damage, and disruptions to transportation and communication networks. Andhra Pradesh and Odisha are expected to bear the brunt of the storm, with extremely heavy rainfall and strong winds likely to cause widespread damage. Other states, including Chhattisgarh, Telangana, and Uttar Pradesh, may also experience heavy rainfall and localised flooding. Residents in affected areas should prepare for potential evacuations and disruptions.

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