Bhubaneswar: A day before its landfall in Andhra Pradesh, Cyclonic Storm Arnab has started showing its impact in Odisha. The capital city Bhubaneswar is experiencing rounds of rain, strong winds, thunderstorms and lightning since this morning as the Very Severe Cyclonic Storm Arnab approaches the coast.
As per reports, several areas of Bhubaneswar including Lingaraj, Patia, Tamando, Nandankanan and Pahala are witnessing intense rainfall accompanied by thunder and lightning. The sky has remained overcast with intermittent heavy showers lashing parts of Khordha district, bringing a distinct change in weather.
Even though Odisha will not see a direct landfall, the state will experience heavy to very heavy rainfall till October 29.The India Meteorological Department has warned of landslide fear in some districts of South Odisha due to continuous rain. There is also a possibility of flood in the Rushikulya river and other small rivers in South Odisha due to the cyclone-induced rain. Heavy to very heavy rainfall is likely to occur in coastal districts from Ganjam to Kendrapada and interior South Odisha districts.
As a precautionary measure, tourist boat services in Chilika and other water bodies have been suspended for three days to ensure public safety. Local authorities are closely monitoring the situation along the coastal areas and water bodies.
Notably, cyclone Arnab will cross the Andhra Pradesh & Yanam coasts between Bapatla and Visakhapatnam by forenoon of October 28.
