World · 28 Oct
Very severe cyclonic storm ‘Arnab’ begins landfall near Narsapur; Vizag battered by rain
AI summaryA very severe cyclonic storm named ‘Arnab’ began making landfall near Narsapur in West Godavari district on October 28, 2026, with wind speeds of 125-135 kmph. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) reported extensive damage to infrastructure and vegetation, including toppled transformers, fallen coconut trees, and washed-away boats, while the northern districts of Visakhapatnam and Anakapalli experienced extremely heavy rainfall. No human loss was reported in the affected districts, and the A.P. State Disaster Management Authority (APSDMA) issued alerts for several districts.
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