Three killed, thousands evacuated as Cyclone Arnab hits eastern India
Summary
At least three people were killed and more than 180,000 were evacuated as Cyclone Arnab slammed India’s eastern coast, damaging homes, trees and power lines in Andhra Pradesh. Nepal suspended trekking permits for high mountain areas for three days amid fears of rain, blizzards and avalanches.
Key Points
- At least three people were killed and dozens of houses were damaged as Cyclone Arnab made landfall in Andhra Pradesh with heavy rain and strong winds.
- More than 180,000 people were evacuated in Andhra Pradesh and Odisha ahead of the cyclone, while schools and transport services were disrupted along the coast.
- Nepal suspended trekking permits to high mountain areas for three days because of the risk of rain and blizzards caused by the cyclone.
- Authorities warned of heavy rain, snowstorms and avalanches in the Himalayan region as Arnab moved inland from the Bay of Bengal.
