Heavy tragedy in Andhra Pradesh due to Cyclone Arnab, five people dead

Due to heavy rains and winds in the northern part of Andhra Pradesh caused by Cyclone Arnab, five people have died in rain-related incidents. According to a report by DW, at least three people have died in Andhra Pradesh, while according to a report by The Hindu, the death toll has reached five.

The cyclone struck the northern part of Andhra Pradesh during the midnight of 27 and 28 October. During this time, winds blew at a speed of 150 km per hour, due to which more than 1,000 trees were uprooted. Due to the cyclone, agricultural and horticultural crops have been damaged in an area of 80,500 hectares. Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu stated that crops, mainly paddy, in an area of more than 70,000 hectares and horticultural crops in an area of 10,500 hectares have been submerged in water.

According to observations of the Meteorological Department, this system reached the coast near Narsapur in West Godavari district around 2:00 AM on Wednesday morning. APSDMA Managing Director Prakhar Jain stated that West Godavari and Dr. B.R. Ambedkar Konaseema districts have been hit hardest by the cyclone. According to NDRF Inspector General Narendra Singh Bundela, 31 houses have been damaged in Andhra Pradesh and due to the wind speed, the system has now transformed into a 'severe cyclonic storm'.

According to rainfall statistical data, the highest rainfall of 260 mm was recorded in Garividi of Vizianagaram district. More than 42 weather stations in Visakhapatnam, Vizianagaram and the northern districts of Anakapalli recorded more than 200 mm of rainfall. Other 271 stations of the state recorded 100 mm of rainfall. The Chief Minister has announced a relief package for the affected families, in which food grains and other essential commodities will be provided to fishermen and weaver families.