Red Alert Issued for 11 Andhra Districts as Cyclone Arnab Nears Landfall
Red Alert Issued for 11 Andhra Districts as Cyclone Arnab Nears Landfall
IN · Published Oct 27, 2026
• The Indian Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a red alert for 11 districts in Andhra Pradesh, including Visakhapatnam, Kakinada, and East Godavari, as Cyclone Arnab approaches.
• The cyclone, currently classified as a very severe cyclonic storm, is expected to make landfall between Bapatla and Visakhapatnam near Yanam on Wednesday afternoon.

Impact & Risks

The cyclone poses significant risks to coastal Andhra Pradesh, including potential flooding, damage to infrastructure, and disruption of transportation. Over 50 trains have been cancelled, and flights to and from Visakhapatnam and Vijayawada may also be affected. Sea conditions have turned rough, and fishing operations have been prohibited. Educational institutions in affected districts have been closed as a precaution. The storm's impact could extend to neighbouring areas, with heavy rainfall warnings issued for multiple districts.

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