The weather over the Bay of Bengal is keeping authorities on alert, with a developing weather system likely to intensify into a severe cyclonic storm over the next few days. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a cyclone alert for Andhra Pradesh and adjoining south Odisha coasts as the system moves closer to the eastern coastline. Scroll on to know more about this.
What Is The Latest IMD Update?
According to the latest forecast, the system could intensify into a cyclonic storm by the morning of October 26 before strengthening further. With heavy rainfall and strong winds expected along parts of the east coast, authorities in both states are stepping up preparations ahead of a possible landfall, Hindustan Times reported.
As per the IMD’s bulletin issued on October 25, the depression over the east-central and adjoining southeast Bay of Bengal is expected to intensify into a deep depression before moving west-northwestwards.
The weather system is likely to become a cyclonic storm by the morning of October 26 and a severe cyclonic storm around October 27. It is then expected to strengthen further as it approaches the Andhra Pradesh coast.
The IMD has forecast that the system could cross the Andhra Pradesh and Yanam coasts between Bapatla and Visakhapatnam by the forenoon of October 28. If it follows the current forecast, it could make landfall as a very severe cyclonic storm, with sustained wind speeds of 115–125 kmph and gusts reaching up to 140 kmph.
If the system develops into a cyclone, it will be named Cyclone Arnab, following the regional cyclone naming list.
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Cyclone Alert In Andhra Pradesh, Odisha
With the system expected to intensify over the coming days, coastal Andhra Pradesh and Odisha are preparing for potentially rough weather. The IMD has forecast heavy to extremely heavy rainfall in parts of the two states between October 27 and 29.
Coastal Andhra Pradesh is likely to see extremely heavy rainfall on October 27 and 28, along with thunderstorms, lightning and strong winds. Odisha has also activated its disaster preparedness measures as authorities monitor the system’s movement and assess the possible impact along the coast.
Residents in vulnerable coastal areas should keep an eye on official weather bulletins and follow instructions issued by local authorities. Fishermen and those planning to venture into the sea should also pay close attention to advisories as conditions change.
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For now, both Andhra Pradesh and Odisha remain on alert, with heavy rainfall and strong winds among the key concerns as the system develops.
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FAQs
When is the cyclone expected to make landfall in Andhra Pradesh?
The cyclone is likely to cross the Andhra Pradesh coast on the morning of October 28, 2026. The exact timing and impact may change with subsequent IMD forecasts.
Which areas are likely to be affected by the cyclone?
Coastal Andhra Pradesh and parts of southern Odisha are likely to be affected by heavy rainfall and strong winds. The IMD has indicated a possible landfall between Bapatla and Visakhapatnam in Andhra Pradesh.
What is the name of the expected cyclone?
If the developing system intensifies into a cyclonic storm, it will be named Cyclone Arnab. The name was contributed by Bangladesh to the regional cyclone naming list.