Cyclone Arnab Batters Odisha’s Gajapati; Trees Uprooted, Power Supply Disrupted, Landslide Fears Rise

The impact of Cyclone Arnab is being felt in Odisha’s Gajapati district, where strong winds have uprooted trees and disrupted electricity supply in Kingada village under Gumma block. Fire services personnel are carrying out clearance and rescue operations to remove fallen trees and address the disruption. With Gumma block located in a hilly region, continuous rainfall and gusty winds have raised concerns over possible landslides. Authorities are stepping up preparedness, with disaster-response teams deployed and shelters identified in vulnerable areas. The India Meteorological Department has warned of heavy to very heavy rainfall in several Odisha districts, including Gajapati, adding to concerns over flooding, landslides and further disruption. Residents in vulnerable areas have been urged to remain cautious as emergency teams continue to respond to the developing weather situation.