Cyclone Arnab prompts evacuations along India's east coast
Cyclone Arnab prompts evacuations along India's east coast
IN · Published Oct 28, 2026
• Cyclone Arnab, currently positioned over the west-central Bay of Bengal, is expected to make landfall along the Andhra Pradesh coast by Wednesday forenoon.
• The India Meteorological Department (IMD) forecasts sustained winds of 115-125 kmph, with gusts reaching up to 140 kmph as the cyclone crosses near Yanam between Bapatla and Visakhapatnam.

Impact & Risks

The cyclone poses significant risks to coastal areas, with heavy rainfall and strong winds threatening infrastructure, transportation, and livelihoods. Thousands have been evacuated from vulnerable regions along India's eastern coast. Container ports, including Visakhapatnam, Gangavaram, and Krishnapatnam, may face operational disruptions. Northern coastal districts of Andhra Pradesh are particularly at risk of flooding and wind damage. In Nepal, the storm could lead to hazardous conditions such as avalanches and snowstorms in the Himalayan region, potentially impacting local communities and mountaineers.

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