Cyclone Arnab began making landfall near Yanam, close to Kakinada on India’s Andhra Pradesh coast, on October 28, 2026. Officials expected the crossing process to be completed by 4 a.m., but warned that rain and strong winds could continue afterward.

Key Takeaways

  • The India Meteorological Department forecast winds reaching 135 km/h, with gusts up to 150 km/h.
  • Andhra Pradesh identified 2,199 cyclone shelters and said 2,360 pregnant women had been moved to medical facilities.
  • Authorities advised residents to remain indoors and postpone travel in affected areas.

Cyclone Arnab crossing and safety advice

The very severe cyclonic storm began crossing the coast near Yanam on Wednesday. The forecast for the crossing included winds reaching 135 km/h and gusts of up to 150 km/h, according to the India Meteorological Department.

Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu urged residents to move to designated shelters when advised and remain there until authorities confirm the danger has passed. He also asked fishermen not to go to sea until officials give clearance.

Residents were advised to keep essential supplies and charged phones ready, avoid unnecessary travel and stay away from beaches, riverbanks, floodwaters and fallen power lines.

Shelters and emergency teams

Naidu said the state had prepared evacuation plans prioritizing elderly people, children, people with disabilities and pregnant women. He said 2,360 pregnant women had already been shifted to medical facilities.

Twelve National Disaster Response Force teams and 10 State Disaster Response Force teams were assigned to districts, with deployment underway. Police, fire and medical teams had also been mobilized, while the Navy and Coast Guard were ready to assist.

More than 8,400 power restoration personnel had been mobilized, Naidu said. Authorities were arranging food, drinking water, medicines and generators, and control rooms were operating around the clock.

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