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Cyclone Arnab: Depression over Bay of Bengal to intensify; when and where will landfall occur? IMD's latest updates

IMD forecast Cyclone Arnab to intensify into very severe cyclonic storm and make landfall near the Andhra coast on Oct 28, bringing heavy rain and strong winds to parts of Andhra and Odisha. Both states reviewed preparations and directed officials to protect residents in low-lying areas.

Cyclone Arnab: Depression over Bay of Bengal to intensify; when and where will landfall occur? IMD's latest updates

The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued an update on Cyclone Arnab, warning that the depression over the East Central and Southeast Bay of Bengal is expected to strengthen into a severe cyclonic storm, with maximum sustained wind speeds of 115-125 kmph. As the system moves towards the coast, heavy rainfall and strong winds are anticipated in parts of Odisha and Andhra Pradesh. Odisha's Chief Minister has reviewed the state's preparedness measures to ensure no casualties occur during the cyclone's landfall.

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