Cyclone Arnab triggers emergency measures and school closures in Odisha and Tamil Nadu
Cyclone Arnab triggers emergency measures and school closures in Odisha and Tamil Nadu
IN · Published Oct 27, 2026
• Cyclone Arnab is intensifying over the Bay of Bengal and is expected to make landfall between southern Odisha and northern Andhra Pradesh on October 28,
• Odisha has announced school closures in five southern districts, including Ganjam, Gajapati, Rayagada, Koraput, and Malkangiri, on October 28 and

Impact & Risks

The cyclone is expected to bring destructive winds, heavy rainfall, and potential flooding to parts of Odisha and Andhra Pradesh, with Tamil Nadu also experiencing significant rainfall. Vulnerable districts in Odisha are preparing for the worst, with schools, colleges, and anganwadi centres closed as a precaution. Farmers have been advised to secure crops, and emergency services are on high alert. Fishing activities have been banned, and tourists are restricted from visiting certain areas. The cyclone poses risks to infrastructure, agriculture, and public safety in affected regions.

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