Cyclone Arnab hits India's Andhra Pradesh state as tens of thousands evacuate
Summary
Cyclone Arnab crossed India’s Andhra Pradesh coast early Wednesday after tens of thousands were evacuated from vulnerable coastal areas. The storm brought heavy rain and winds of up to 185 kph, with officials warning of continued disruption in Andhra Pradesh and southern Odisha.
Key Points
- Cyclone Arnab made landfall on India’s Andhra Pradesh coast early Wednesday with peak winds of up to 185 kph.
- Authorities evacuated at least 89,000 people in Andhra Pradesh and planned to move about 48,000 more in neighboring Odisha.
- Heavy rain, strong winds and widespread disruption were expected to continue as the storm weakened inland.
- Officials set up more than 2,000 cyclone shelters, secured over 30,000 fishing boats and deployed nearly 1,100 medical teams.
