Suryaa Andhra Pradesh Desk: Amaravati: ``Arnab'', which has formed in the Bay of Bengal, is approaching the coast of Andhra Pradesh as a severe storm. India Meteorological Department (IMD) latest... Amaravati: ``Arnab'', which has formed in the Bay of Bengal, is approaching the coast of Andhra Pradesh as a severe storm. According to the latest warnings of the Indian Meteorological Department (IMD), the cyclone is likely to move north-west and make landfall near Yanam between Bapatla-Visakhapatnam on the morning of October 28. The latest weather map shows the center of the cyclone near Kakinada coast. The tracker you sent also clearly shows a ring of strong winds corresponding to the intensity of the storm.
But since the track shown on the map is based on the forecast model, the exact landfall point should be confirmed based on the official IMD bulletin. Winds of 125–135 kmph Winds of 125-135 kmph are likely during Arnab's landfall, according to IMD. It has warned that maximum wind speed of 150 kmph is possible. Kakinada, Konaseema, East-West Godavari districts as well as Uttarandhra are likely to experience heavy to very heavy rains and gusty winds. Officials have already warned fishermen not to venture into the sea as the sea has become rough in the coastal areas. Special danger alert for Kakinada According to the IMD Coastal Weather Bulletin, storm surge of 1 to 2 meters is likely to occur near Kakinada and inundate low-lying areas.
It has warned that maximum upwelling is likely to occur in Kakinada districtKakinada vicinity and Yanam area. Kakinada district administration has already alerted. Relief centers have been prepared to evacuate people in coastal areas to safer places. NDRF and SDRF have also deployed teams to deal with emergency situations. People should be alert Officials are advising people not to venture out unnecessarily during the storm's passage. People especially in coastal areas, inland areas, near rivers and canals are requested to follow the instructions of the authorities.