Cyclone Arnab kills seven in Andhra Pradesh as heavy rain hits eastern India
Summary
Cyclone Arnab has killed seven people in Andhra Pradesh, brought heavy rain across eastern India and disrupted transport and daily life. More than 180,000 people were evacuated as authorities in several states stayed on alert for further rainfall and flooding.
Key Points
- Cyclone Arnab killed seven people in Andhra Pradesh through incidents including falling trees, electrocution and wall collapses.
- More than 180,000 people were evacuated in Andhra Pradesh and Odisha ahead of the storm, while airport operations were suspended in parts of Andhra Pradesh.
- Odisha reported no deaths after preparations and evacuations helped achieve its zero-casualty goal.
- The India Meteorological Department warned of more rain, thunderstorms and lightning across several states and the Delhi-NCR region.
