Cyclone Arnab Expected to Bring Strong Winds and Heavy Rain to Andhra Pradesh and Odisha Coasts
Cyclone Arnab is forecast to cross the Andhra Pradesh and Yanam coasts around October 28, 2026, as a very severe cyclonic storm. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) predicts sustained winds of 115-125 kmph, with gusts up to 140 kmph, along with heavy to extremely heavy rainfall in coastal Andhra Pradesh and Odisha. Authorities are preparing for the storm, aiming for zero casualties.
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Cyclone Arnab is expected to make landfall between Bapatla and Visakhapatnam on the Andhra Pradesh and Yanam coasts by the forenoon of October 28, 2026. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has classified it as a very severe cyclonic storm.
The storm is predicted to have sustained winds of 115-125 kilometres per hour (kmph), with gusts that could reach up to 140 kmph. Coastal Andhra Pradesh and Odisha are also expected to experience heavy to extremely heavy rainfall between October 27 and 29.
The weather system began as a low-pressure area over the Bay of Bengal and gradually strengthened. It became a depression on October 24, 2026, and is forecast to intensify into a cyclonic storm by October 26, becoming a very severe cyclonic storm by October 28.
Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi reviewed his state's preparations on October 24, 2026, with the goal of preventing any deaths. Field teams are ready with emergency vehicles, replacement transformers, and equipment to restore power and clear damage. People are advised to stay away from fallen electrical wires and damaged poles.
Knowledge Vault
Cyclone
A cyclone is a large, rotating storm system that forms over warm ocean waters. It is characterized by strong winds spiralling inwards towards a low-pressure centre, bringing heavy rain and sometimes storm surges to coastal areas. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) tracks these systems and classifies them based on their wind speeds, such as 'cyclonic storm' or 'very severe cyclonic storm'.
India Meteorological Department (IMD)
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) is the main agency responsible for weather forecasting and seismology in India. It monitors weather systems, issues warnings for severe weather events like cyclones, and provides forecasts to help people and governments prepare for potential impacts.
Pre-cyclone Watch
A pre-cyclone watch is an early warning issued by the India Meteorological Department (IMD) when there is a high chance that a cyclonic storm will affect coastal areas. It signals that people and authorities should begin preparations and stay updated on the storm's progress.
Check your understanding
- When is Cyclone Arnab expected to cross the Andhra Pradesh and Yanam coasts?
- By the morning of October 26, 2026
- By the forenoon of October 28, 2026
- Between October 27 and 29, 2026
- By 5:30 PM on October 24, 2026
- What is the expected maximum gust speed for Cyclone Arnab?
- 115 kmph
- 125 kmph
- 140 kmph
- 100 kmph
- What advice has been given to consumers regarding power disruptions during the cyclone?
- To go outside and fix damaged poles.
- To avoid fallen electrical wires and damaged poles.
- To ignore power disruptions until after the storm.
- To use candles instead of reporting outages.