Suryaa Andhra Pradesh Desk: Vijayawada, Major News : Cyclone Arnab formed in the Bay of Bengal is likely to cross the coast near Yanam between Bapatla-Visakhapatnam on 28th of this month, NTR district... Vijayawada, Major News: The NTR district administration has been alerted by the possibility of Cyclone Arnab, which has formed in the Bay of Bengal, crossing the coast near Yanam between Bapatla-Visakhapatnam on the 28th of this month, according to District Collector Dr. G. Lakshmisha. Due to the impact of the typhoon, heavy rains and strong winds are likely to blow, people have been directed to be alert and the authorities should take strict measures to avoid loss of life and property.
After the video meeting conducted by Chief Minister Chandrababu Naidu, the Collector who conducted a review with the officials suggested that the people should not come out unless it is urgent and that the people of landslide and flooded areas should go to the rehabilitation centers. Pregnant women, infants, elderly and patients have been ordered to be taken to hospitals early, boats, tourist boats and amusement parks have to be stopped. They warned not to stay under trees, dilapidated buildings and temporary sheds, and not to go near electric poles, transformers, flowing canals and ponds. Farmers are advised to move harvested grain to safe areas and keep cattle in safe places. In the wake of the typhoon, holidays have been announced for Anganwadi centers, government and private schools and colleges on October 27 and 28.
It is advised to keep children at home during holidays and not to send them on outings. He warned that strict action will be taken if rumors and false propaganda are spread on social media about the typhoon. The collector said that a 24-hour control center has been set up in the collectorate for cyclone information and relief measures, and for emergency help, contact 91549 70454. Staff Reporter: ✍️ Prem Raj, Vijayawada, NTR District.
