Cyclone ‘Arnab’ LIVE updates | ‘Arnab’ hurtling towards Andhra Pradesh coast

Home News India Several southern Odisha districts started receiving rain as ‘Arnab’ hurtled towards the Andhra Pradesh coast on October 27 2026 Updated - October 27, 2026 07:45 am IST Coastal patrolling has been intensified, and the Marine Police have been put on alert in view of the cyclone, say officials. FIle | Photo Credit: Special Arrangement The eastern coastal states of Odisha and Andhra Pradesh closed schools, prohibited sea fishing and kept rescue teams on standby, stepping up precautionary measures ahead of severe Cyclone Arnab’s expected landfall on Wednesday to ensure “zero loss of life and minimal damage to infrastructure”.Also read | Cyclone ‘Arnab’ Highlights on October 26, 2026The India Meteorological Department (IMD) said the deep depression over east-central and southeast Bay of Bengal has moved westward and has intensified into cyclonic storm ‘Arnab’.Also read | Very severe cyclone ‘Arnab’ to make landfall near Yanam-Kakinada; red alert issued for seven districtsIt is likely to cross Andhra Pradesh and Yanam coasts between Bapatla and Visakhapatnam as a very severe cyclonic storm, with maximum sustained winds of 115-125 kmph gusting up to 140 kmph by the forenoon of October 28, it said.Follow our Live updatesOctober 27, 2026 07:33 Very severe cyclonic storm ‘Arnab’ hurtling towards Andhra coastSeveral southern Odisha districts started receiving rain as very severe cyclonic storm “Arnab” hurtled towards Andhra Pradesh coast on Tuesday (October 27, 2026) morning.As per India Meteorological Department (IMD), the very severe cyclonic storm “Arnab” over westcentral Bay of Bengal moved west-northwestwards with a speed of 25 kmph during past six hours, and lay-centered over the same region 300 km southeast of Vishakhapatnam (Andhra Pradesh), 360 km east-southeast of Kakinada (Andhra Pradesh), 380 km south of Gopalpur (Odisha), 460 km east of Machilipatnam (Andhra Pradesh), 530 km east of Bapatla (Andhra Pradesh) and 920 km west-northwest of Sri Vijaya Puram (Andaman Islands) on October 27, 2026. -- Satyasundar BarikCyclone ‘Arnab’ hurtling towards Andhra Pradesh coastVery severe cyclonic storm Arnab threatens Andhra Pradesh as Odisha records heavy rain and IMD forecasts 115-140 km/h winds and extensive rainfall.October 27, 2026 07:31 A.P., Odisha on alert as cyclone ‘Arnab’ nears landThe Andhra Pradesh government has directed officials to evacuate people from flood-prone areas, prioritise vulnerable residents, and deploy disaster response teams in the wake of the cyclonic storm ‘Arnab’. Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu has ordered heightened preparedness across the State, officials said, adding that 4,711 pregnant women will be shifted to safer healthcare facilities. They said 30,043 fishing boats have returned to the harbours.A.P., Odisha on alert as cyclone ‘Arnab’ nears landAjax: AP on red alert as Arnab nears coast; Odisha readies 1,700 shelters amid potential landfall, evacuations, and heavy rainfall.October 27, 2026 07:30 Health Department readies 6,431 emergency beds for cycloneThe Department of Health, Medical and Family Welfare has readied 6,431 emergency beds, 630 medical teams and 716 vehicles as part of its preparedness for the Very Severe Cyclonic Storm Arnab.Health Secretary G. Veerapandian and Health and Family Welfare Commissioner K.V.N. Chakradhar Babu reviewed the preparedness measures during a teleconference with senior officials and district medical authorities on Monday evening.Health Department readies 6,431 emergency beds for cycloneOctober 27, 2026 07:19 Narayana directs civic officials to remain on high alert as cyclone nearsMunicipal Administration and Urban Development Minister P. Narayana has directed Municipal Commissioners in cyclone-affected municipalities to remain on high alert and take all necessary measures to protect the public from the impact of severe cyclonic storm Arnab.During a teleconference with Municipal Commissioners on Monday, attended by senior officials of the Municipal Administration Department, the Minister instructed the authorities to prevent waterlogging in low-lying areas and ensure the effective functioning of drainage systems.He directed engineering and sanitation staff to take timely measures to clear drains and ensure the smooth flow of rainwater. Officials were asked to remain vigilant and respond promptly to emerging situations.Narayana directs civic officials to remain on high alert as cyclone nearsNarayana urges cyclone alert, waterlogging prevention, and proactive evacuations to safeguard vulnerable areas and maintain drainage operations.October 27, 2026 07:19 Cyclone alert triggers panic buying of essentials in Visakhapatnam marketsPanic buying of essential commodities was reported across Visakhapatnam on Monday as Cyclone Arnab barrels towards the Andhra Pradesh coast.According to the India Meteorological Department (IMD), Cyclone Arnab is expected to intensify into a very severe cyclonic storm and cross the Andhra Pradesh and Yanam coasts between Bapatla and Visakhapatnam, close to Yanam-Kakinada, by October 28. The forecast of heavy rainfall and gusty winds reaching up to 140 kmph triggered early-morning rush and panic buying across the coastal city.Shoppers flocked to markets in large numbers, leaving Rythu Bazaars and open retail counters completely depleted as people rushed to hoard essential commodities ahead of the impending storm.Cyclone alert triggers panic buying of essentials in Visakhapatnam marketsPanic buying hits Visakhapatnam as Cyclone Arnab nears, draining markets of essentials amid warnings of heavy rain and high winds.October 27, 2026 07:19 Odisha, Andhra shut schools, ban fishing as Cyclone Arnab nears; Centre stresses zero casualtiesThe eastern coastal states of Odisha and Andhra Pradesh closed schools, prohibited sea fishing and kept rescue teams on standby, stepping up precautionary measures ahead of Cyclone Arnab’s expected landfall on Wednesday to ensure “zero loss of life and minimal damage to infrastructure”.The India Meteorological Department (IMD), in its Monday morning bulletin, said a deep depression over east-central and southeast Bay of Bengal has moved westward and has intensified into cyclonic storm ‘Arnab’. -- PTI Published - October 27, 2026 07:19 am IST