Following the severe storm “Arnab” in the eastern Indian state of Andhra Pradesh, extensive damage has been reported to homes, roads, power networks and agricultural land. The Indian newspaper The Times of India reported in its latest update that the death toll had risen to nine, while initial reports by international media had put the number of fatalities at three.
According to the Associated Press, the storm made landfall on the coast of Andhra Pradesh on Wednesday morning, October 28, bringing heavy rainfall and strong winds. According to the report, wind speeds reached approximately 135 kilometres per hour when the storm made landfall.
Local officials said the storm damaged homes and electricity infrastructure and affected approximately 79,000 acres of agricultural land. More than 180,000 people had also been evacuated from vulnerable areas before the storm arrived, while several transport services were disrupted.
Although the storm weakened after moving inland, meteorological officials warned of continued heavy rainfall and strong winds in some areas. Operations to assess the damage and assist affected people are ongoing.
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