Andhra Pradesh braces as very severe cyclonic storm approaches coastline

Andhra Pradesh is preparing for the impact of a very severe cyclonic storm as authorities raise the alert level along vulnerable coastal stretches. Odisha has simultaneously activated its disaster response teams ahead of an anticipated landfall around October 28, with emergency machinery placed on standby across the region.

The Regional Meteorological Centre has forecast heavy to very heavy rainfall at isolated places across several parts of Tamil Nadu, including Chennai, as well as northern, delta and western districts, signalling the storm's broad reach across the eastern seaboard.

Disaster management teams in both states are coordinating precautionary measures as residents in low-lying and coastal areas are urged to remain vigilant. Authorities are closely monitoring the storm's track and intensity as it moves towards land, with further warnings expected to be issued in the coming hours.