Cyclone Arnab has reportedly weakened after making landfall along the Andhra Pradesh coast, but its effects are still being felt across central and eastern India. The weather system has moved inland, resulting in significant rainfall in various regions, particularly Odisha, where downpours are expected to continue in the coming days. As of October 29, the India Meteorological Department (IMD) confirmed that the system had weakened into a depression over south Chhattisgarh and adjacent south Odisha.

At 8:30 am, the depression was located approximately 40 km north-northwest of Jagdalpur in Chhattisgarh and was advancing northwards. Forecasts indicate that the system will further weaken into a well-marked low-pressure area over north Chhattisgarh and adjoining northwestern Odisha by Thursday evening. Reports from the field indicate that the storm has caused damage, including uprooted electric poles and disrupted infrastructure.

States Anticipating Heavy Rainfall

Chhattisgarh is expected to experience heavy to very heavy rainfall in isolated areas on Thursday, with some locations potentially facing extremely heavy precipitation. Jharkhand is also on alert for similar weather conditions, as heavy to very heavy rain is anticipated in certain regions. Bihar is likely to encounter comparable rainfall patterns on Thursday and Friday, October 30.

Madhya Pradesh is forecasted to receive heavy to very heavy rain in nine eastern districts, including Sidhi, Singrauli, Rewa, Mauganj, Satna, Maihar, Shahdol, Umaria, and Anuppur, on Thursday. Gusty winds of 40–50 kmph are also expected. Rainfall is projected to persist in eastern parts of the state on Friday, with conditions anticipated to improve by Saturday.

In eastern Uttar Pradesh, heavy to very heavy rain is predicted on Thursday, with additional heavy rainfall likely in parts of northeastern Uttar Pradesh on Friday. The IMD has also forecast isolated heavy rainfall for Saturday. Odisha is set to witness isolated heavy rain on Thursday, while regions in Gangetic West Bengal and the Sub-Himalayan areas of West Bengal and Sikkim are also expected to receive substantial rainfall.

Reasons for Continued Rainfall Post-Cyclone

Despite Cyclone Arnab no longer being classified as a cyclone, its residual circulation is capable of drawing moisture into the atmosphere, leading to continued rainfall as it progresses inland. The system crossed the Andhra Pradesh coast on October 28 as a very severe cyclonic storm before diminishing over land. By late Wednesday night, it had further weakened into a deep depression, with wind speeds significantly reduced.

Although Andhra Pradesh has experienced a decrease in cyclone-related activity, the IMD has warned that the region is still at risk for isolated heavy rainfall on Thursday. As the system moves further inland, it is expected to weaken further by Thursday evening; however, heavy rain may persist in parts of central and eastern India even after it transitions into a low-pressure area.

Overall, the impact of Cyclone Arnab continues to pose a threat to several states, necessitating vigilance and preparedness as the weather conditions evolve. Authorities are closely monitoring the situation and advising residents to take necessary precautions against potential flooding and other weather-related hazards.

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