Very Severe Cyclonic Storm “ARNAB” News, No.9, 2026

Very Severe Cyclonic Storm “ARNAB” News, No.9, 2026

Issued at 07:00 hours M.S.T on 28-10-2026

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Very Severe Cyclonic Storm “ARNAB” Condition

          According to the observations at 05:30 hrs MST today, the Very Severe Cyclonic Storm “ARNAB” over the Westcentral Bay of Bengal has moved West-Northwestwards and still persists. It is crossing Andhra Pradesh and Yanam coasts between Bapatla and Visakhapatnam (India), close to south of Yanam.

Next 24 hours forecast

            It is likely to move Northwestwards and gradually weaken into cyclonic storm during next 12 hours and into land depression during next 24 hours. Squalls with rough seas are likely at times in off and along Myanmar Coasts. Surface wind speed in squalls may reach 30 m.p.h. Wave height will be about 8-10 feet in off and along Myanmar Coasts.

Advisory

Due to the influence of the very severe cyclonic storm " ARNAB," near off and along fishing vessels and other ships along the Myanmar coast and in offshore waters are advised to take necessary preparations and avoid.