Cyclone Arnab to Make Landfall in Andhra Pradesh; Odisha Braces for Heavy Rain
Cyclone Arnab to Make Landfall in Andhra Pradesh; Odisha Braces for Heavy Rain
IN · Published Oct 27, 2026
• Cyclone Arnab, currently intensifying over the Bay of Bengal, is expected to make landfall along the Andhra Pradesh coast near Yanam on October
• The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has forecast winds reaching up to 140 kmph and heavy to extremely heavy rainfall in affected areas. Southern Odisha is also expected to experience significant rainfall, strong winds, and potential landslides, particularly in hilly regions. A red alert has been issued for several districts in Odisha, including Ganjam, Gajapati, Rayagada, Koraput, and Malkangiri, for October 28, with warnings of isolated extremely heavy rainfall. Orange alerts are in place for October 27 in districts such as Puri, Ganjam, and Rayagada, where rainfall of 12-20 cm is possible.

Impact & Risks

The cyclone poses significant risks to coastal areas of Andhra Pradesh and southern Odisha. High wind speeds of up to 140 kmph could lead to structural damage, uprooting of trees, and disruption of power and communication lines. Heavy rainfall in Odisha may trigger landslides in hilly areas and cause flooding in low-lying regions. Fishermen have been advised to avoid venturing into the sea, as rough conditions are expected. The affected districts in Odisha, including Ganjam, Gajapati, and Rayagada, are likely to experience isolated extremely heavy rainfall, which could impact transportation and agriculture.

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