This storm rising in the sea has increased the concern of the coastal states. According to meteorological estimates, its winds can reach a speed of up to 150 kilometers per hour when it hits the coast. In some areas, the impact of wind speed and sea waves can create serious conditions. Special vigilance is being taken in Andhra Pradesh, Odisha, Chhattisgarh and Jharkhand. The administration has given instructions to take people to safe places, keep relief centers ready and increase monitoring of essential services. There is a possibility of heavy rains affecting farms, traffic and normal life.
Estimated to reach coastal areas early in the morning
According to the Indian Meteorological Department, the cyclone may hit the Andhra Pradesh coast between Bapatla and Visakhapatnam between 2 am and 4 am on Wednesday. There is a danger of strong winds and torrential rains in the surrounding districts. Due to the possibility of high waves in the sea, fishermen have been advised not to go into the sea. People living near the coast have also been appealed to follow the instructions of the administration.
Extensive preparations for relief and rescue
Considering the seriousness of the storm, 31 teams of National Disaster Response Force have been deployed. About four thousand relief camps have been prepared in Andhra Pradesh and Odisha. Action is underway to evacuate people to safe places in the affected areas. The officials' emphasis is on minimizing the loss of life and property in case of strong winds and flooding.
Impact on rail and air services
Precautionary measures have been taken regarding rail and air traffic in Andhra Pradesh. Special surveillance is being maintained on about 600 kilometers of railway track in Vijayawada and Visakhapatnam railway divisions. About 50 trains have been canceled due to security reasons. On Tuesday, 21 flights operating from Vijayawada and Visakhapatnam airports were also cancelled. Passengers have been advised to check the status of their train or flight before starting their journey.
Vigilance in Odisha and Central India also
The process of taking people to safe places has been expedited in Gajapati and Nabarangpur districts of Odisha. Instructions have been given to keep schools closed on Tuesday and Wednesday in eight districts of the state. There is news of rain starting in many areas including Bhubaneswar and Cuttack. About 48 thousand people have been shifted to relief camps. There is a possibility of heavy rain in Chhattisgarh, while a yellow warning has been issued for Ranchi, Khunti, Simdega, Gumla and Lohardaga districts of Jharkhand.
Impact may reach Uttar Pradesh and Delhi
According to the estimates of the Meteorological Department, there may be rain in many areas of Uttar Pradesh on 29 and 30 October. Along with western Uttar Pradesh, there is a possibility of rain at some places in Delhi, eastern and western Madhya Pradesh and eastern Rajasthan. Weather may also be affected in many parts of Bihar. There is a possibility of drop in temperature due to rain and strong winds, although its effect will not be the same in all the districts.
Bangladesh has named the storm
The name Arnab has been given to this cyclone by Bangladesh. It is part of the list of names for cyclones in the North Indian Ocean region. In Bengali language the word Arnab means sea or ocean.
The administration has appealed to the people to avoid rumours, trust the official information of the Meteorological Department and go to safe shelters if necessary.