Cyclone Arnab makes landfall as winds expected to weaken gradually

CNN Central News & Networks / ITDC India ePress / ITDC News /Agencies/ Delhi: New Delhi. The severe cyclonic storm ‘Arnab’, which formed over the Bay of Bengal, is in the process of crossing the Andhra Pradesh coast on the morning of October 28. According to the latest update from the Meteorological Department, the storm’s landfall is taking place between Bapatla and Visakhapatnam, south of Yanam. Under its impact, heavy rain continues in coastal areas along with strong winds.

According to the Meteorological Department, wind speeds in the landfall area are expected to remain between 115 and 125 kmph and may reach up to 140 kmph in gusts. The wind speed is then expected to gradually decrease. Due to the storm, weather conditions are being felt in coastal districts including Visakhapatnam, Anakapalli, Kakinada and Konaseema.

Alerts have been issued in Andhra Pradesh and Odisha due to the cyclone, with warnings of heavy to very heavy rain in several areas. Heavy rain has also been forecast in some parts of Odisha. The administration has increased vigilance in vulnerable coastal areas and advised people to follow instructions issued by the Meteorological Department and local authorities. Reports have also emerged of trees being uprooted, power lines being damaged and traffic being disrupted due to the storm’s impact. Some flights and rail services have been affected by bad weather. People have been advised to stay away from beaches, avoid unnecessary travel and remain in safe locations.

According to the Meteorological Department, the storm’s intensity is likely to gradually decrease as it moves ahead. However, even after wind speeds fall, the risk of heavy rain and waterlogging may remain.

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