Cyclone Arnab is approaching the Andhra Pradesh coast, expected to make landfall near Yanam tomorrow; heavy rainfall predicted in several districts, prompting state authorities to intensify preparedness.
According to the India Meteorological Department (IMD), Very Severe Cyclonic Storm Arnab is anticipated to cross the Andhra Pradesh and Yanam coasts near Yanam by forenoon on November 26. The IMD has forecasted winds reaching speeds of 135 kilometres per hour, with gusts up to 150 kilometres per hour.
The cyclone is currently centred 170 kilometres south-southeast of Visakhapatnam. Heavy to extremely heavy rainfall is already occurring in several districts, including Konaseema, Kakinada, Visakhapatnam, and Anakapalli. Isolated places are expected to receive 21 centimetres or more of rainfall.
In response to this impending weather event, the state government is closely monitoring the situation, while district administrations have established control rooms and intensified preparedness and relief measures. The State Disaster Management Authority has issued a warning for seawater surges in vulnerable coastal areas and urged fishermen and residents of low-lying areas to remain alert.
As a precautionary measure, more than 53 trains have been cancelled on November 25 and 26.
Source:
Akashvani News
