Cyclone Arnab Makes Landfall South of Yanam; Heavy Rainfall Batters Andhra

Cyclone Arnab made its approach to the Andhra Pradesh coastline south of Yanam during Monday, marking the cyclone's progression toward completing its landfall phase, according to the India Meteorological Department. The severe weather system has already begun battering coastal and interior districts with intense precipitation.

Districts across northern Andhra Pradesh bore the brunt of the system's moisture-laden winds. Anakapalli, Visakhapatnam, and Vizianagaram districts recorded 263 mm of rainfall in the 24-hour period ending at 8 a.m., reflecting the intensity of the weather conditions accompanying the cyclone's approach.

The IMD indicated that landfall was progressing and nearing its final stages, with the system continuing to move inland. Authorities have maintained heightened alert across the affected regions as the cyclone's core moves through the coastal belt. Residents in vulnerable areas were advised to remain indoors and follow safety protocols as the weather system passes through.

The cyclone's arrival has prompted precautionary measures across Andhra Pradesh, with fishermen already advised against venturing into the sea. Authorities continued monitoring the system's trajectory and intensity to provide timely updates and guidance to residents in the affected areas.