From euronews · Emma De Ruiter · · 50s
India evacuates tens of thousands as Cyclone Arnab makes landfall
India evacuates 98,000 people as Cyclone Arnab hits coast with 150 kph winds.
In brief
India evacuates 98,000 people as Cyclone Arnab hits coast with 150 kph winds. India evacuated 98,000 people as Cyclone Arnab made landfall with 150 kph winds. Originally reported by euronews.
Cyclone Arnab makes landfall
Cyclone Arnab hit Andhra Pradesh as a very severe cyclonic storm with 125-135 km/h winds and 150 kph gusts.
Evacuation orders issued
Authorities ordered 50,000 people in Andhra Pradesh and 48,000 in Odisha to move to safe areas.
Emergency shelters set up
Over 2,000 cyclone shelters were established across 20 districts for 12 million people along the storm path.
Damage warnings issued
India's weather bureau warned of total destruction of thatched houses, flooding, uprooted power poles, and crop damage.
The essence
India evacuated 98,000 people as Cyclone Arnab made landfall with 150 kph winds.
