Cyclone Arnab | Amravati / Hyderabad, Oct 28: Cyclone Arnab has disrupted rail and air services across Andhra Pradesh, while heavy rain and strong winds have caused damage in several coastal districts.
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) said the very severe cyclonic storm began making landfall along the Andhra Pradesh and Yanam coasts early Wednesday, October 28. Winds of 125–135 kmph, with gusts reaching 150 kmph, were forecast during the landfall phase.
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The storm has affected transport services, electricity supply and normal life across coastal areas. Authorities have urged residents to follow official advisories and avoid unnecessary travel.
South Coast Railway cancelled 53 train services on October 27 and 28 as a precautionary measure. The cancellations affected several routes connecting Vijayawada, Visakhapatnam, Kakinada, Rajahmundry and other stations. Passengers have been advised to check their train status before leaving for stations.
Flight operations have also been suspended at Visakhapatnam, Vijayawada and Rajahmundry airports amid the severe weather. Several airline services were cancelled, including IndiGo flights from Vijayawada scheduled for Wednesday. Passengers have been advised to confirm their flight status with airlines before travelling to airports.
Cyclone Arnab Brings Heavy Rain and Wind Damage
Vizianagaram and neighbouring districts have experienced heavy rainfall and gusty winds under the cyclone’s influence. Trees have fallen in several locations, while damaged power lines and infrastructure have disrupted electricity supply and road movement.
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The IMD warned of extremely heavy rainfall in parts of coastal Andhra Pradesh during the landfall period. It also cautioned that storm surge could inundate low-lying coastal areas, particularly near Kakinada and Yanam.
District administrations and disaster response teams have been mobilised to clear roads, assist affected residents and restore essential services. People in vulnerable and low-lying areas have been advised to follow evacuation instructions and move to designated shelters when directed.
Authorities have also urged residents to stay indoors during strong winds and keep away from fallen electricity wires and waterlogged roads.
The cyclone’s impact is expected to continue during the landfall phase, with rainfall and wind conditions varying across districts. Residents should monitor updates from the IMD, local administrations and transport operators for the latest warnings and service changes.
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