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Cyclone Arnab set to make landfall on Oct 28, states on alert
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🗓 27 Oct 2026, 01:39 PM
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Cyclone Arnab is expected to hit the Indian coastline on October 28, prompting officials to identify the most vulnerable states.
Cyclone Arnab is forecast to make landfall along India’s eastern seaboard on October 28, according to the latest meteorological outlook. The system has intensified over the Bay of Bengal and is expected to bring heavy rain and strong winds as it approaches the coast.
Government and disaster‑management agencies are closely tracking the cyclone’s trajectory to pinpoint which coastal states could face the greatest impact. Preliminary assessments suggest that several eastern states will be placed on high alert, with local administrations preparing evacuation plans and emergency shelters.
Authorities have issued advisories urging residents in the potentially affected regions to stay informed, secure property, and follow instructions from officials. The focus remains on minimizing loss of life and property as the cyclone approaches the Indian mainland.
Government and disaster‑management agencies are closely tracking the cyclone’s trajectory to pinpoint which coastal states could face the greatest impact. Preliminary assessments suggest that several eastern states will be placed on high alert, with local administrations preparing evacuation plans and emergency shelters.
Authorities have issued advisories urging residents in the potentially affected regions to stay informed, secure property, and follow instructions from officials. The focus remains on minimizing loss of life and property as the cyclone approaches the Indian mainland.