India’s southern state of Andhra Pradesh evacuated thousands of residents on Wednesday ahead of Cyclone Arnab’s landfall along the southeastern coast, where it brought heavy rainfall and powerful winds.
The Andhra Pradesh State Disaster Management Authority said the landfall process had remained stationary for two hours.
“The chance of completely crossing the shore by afternoon. Strong gusty winds and rains continue along the shore. People should remain vigilant even today,” the authority said on X.
Authorities in Andhra Pradesh shifted 84,396 people to 290 relief shelters, while a total of 2,199 shelters were designated across the state, All India Radio reported.
Authorities also have canceled dozens of train services, suspended flights, and closed educational institutions across several districts.
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