Cyclone Arnab to Make Landfall Near Yanam as Very Severe Cyclonic Storm
Cyclone Arnab to Make Landfall Near Yanam as Very Severe Cyclonic Storm
IN · Published Oct 27, 2026
• Cyclone Arnab, classified as a very severe cyclonic storm, is expected to make landfall near Yanam, between Bapatla and Visakhapatnam, by the forenoon of Wednesday, October
• According to the India Meteorological Department (IMD), the cyclone is currently located approximately 350 km southeast of Visakhapatnam in the Bay of Bengal. It is forecast to move west-northwestwards until Tuesday evening before turning northwestwards towards the coast. Maximum sustained wind speeds of 115-125 kmph, with gusts reaching 140 kmph, are anticipated as the system approaches land. Additionally, a storm surge of 1 to 1.5 metres above the astronomical tide is expected to inundate low-lying areas near Kakinada and Yanam during landfall.

Impact & Risks

The cyclone poses significant risks to coastal areas of Andhra Pradesh and Yanam, particularly low-lying regions near Kakinada and Yanam, which are vulnerable to storm surges. Odisha has identified 15,000 people for possible evacuation and prepared 281 shelters to accommodate affected residents. Heavy rainfall and strong winds are expected to impact parts of Jharkhand, with yellow and orange alerts issued for several districts. Uttar Pradesh may experience unseasonal rain, thunderstorms, and winds of 30-40 kmph in certain areas. The IMD has warned of potential flooding and damage to infrastructure in affected regions.

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