Bay of Bengal Deep Depression Likely to Intensify into Cyclone Arnab

A deep depression over the Bay of Bengal is reportedly moving southwest and is expected to intensify further. According to the information provided, the system is located approximately 870 kilometres from Visakhapatnam, 960 kilometres from Kakinada and 1,130 kilometres from Bapatla. It is forecast to develop into a cyclone the following day and may be named Arnab. The system could intensify into a severe cyclonic storm by the following morning.

The system is expected to cross the Andhra Pradesh coast between Bapatla and Visakhapatnam on Wednesday. Heavy rainfall is forecast across parts of Andhra Pradesh for three days, beginning the day after tomorrow. Winds reaching 115–125 km/h may occur around landfall. Fishermen have been advised not to venture into the sea, while residents in potentially affected areas should remain alert and follow official instructions. Cyclone tracks and intensity can change, so people should rely on the latest updates and warnings from the India Meteorological Department (IMD) and local authorities.