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Cyclone Arnab Makes Landfall in Andhra Pradesh with Severe Winds
Severe Cyclone Arnab made landfall on the Andhra Pradesh coast on the morning of October 28, bringing destructive winds and widespread damage across the eastern seaboard. The India Meteorological Department recorded wind speeds of 125-135 km/h with gusts reaching up to 150 km/h during the storm's impact.
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Cyclone Arnab struck the coast of Andhra Pradesh on October 28 morning, bringing severe weather conditions to the region and neighboring Odisha. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) recorded sustained wind speeds of 125-135 km/h at landfall, with gusts intensifying to 150 km/h, causing significant structural damage and disruption across affected areas.
The cyclone's impact was felt extensively throughout Andhra Pradesh and Odisha, with high-speed winds causing widespread devastation. Trees were uprooted, power lines brought down, and buildings damaged as the storm system moved inland. Coastal and low-lying areas experienced the most severe effects of the weather system.
Authorities in both states implemented emergency response measures as the cyclone approached and made landfall. Evacuation operations were conducted in vulnerable areas, and relief and rescue teams were deployed to assist affected communities. The full extent of damage and casualties was being assessed as the weather system moved through the region.