With reference to the cyclonic storms mentioned in the news, consider the following statements: 1. The Arnab cyclone is projected to reach wind speeds of 140 kmph. 2. The Arnab storm is expected to be the 15th Very Severe Cyclonic Storm to hit the region since 1970. 3. The Hudhud cyclone recorded wind speeds of 181.6 kmph. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Andhra Pradesh braces for Arnab, potential 11th Very Severe Cyclonic Storm since 1970

GS3Economy · S&T · Environment · Security· Climate change & international agreements· Prelims· 26 October 2026

Coastal disaster management and climate resilience: a key GS3 Environment and Ecology topic.

Why in news

The India Meteorological Department (IMD) issued a warning for 'Arnab', a potential Very Severe Cyclonic Storm threatening Andhra Pradesh.

Background

Arnab is projected to reach speeds of 140 kmph. It is expected to be the 11th Very Severe Cyclonic Storm to hit the region since 1970, following previous storms like Titli (2018) and Hudhud (which reached 181.6 kmph).

Facts for Prelims

FactArnab: Projected wind speeds of 140 kmph.
FactHudhud: Recorded wind speeds of 181.6 kmph.
PlaceAndhra Pradesh: The primary state facing the impact of the Arnab storm.

Prelims practice question

With reference to the cyclonic storms mentioned in the news, consider the following statements:

The Arnab cyclone is projected to reach wind speeds of 140 kmph.
The Arnab storm is expected to be the 15th Very Severe Cyclonic Storm to hit the region since 1970.
The Hudhud cyclone recorded wind speeds of 181.6 kmph.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

(a)1 only
(b)3 only
(c)1 and 2 only
(d)1 and 3 only

Show answer

Answer: (d) 1 and 3 only — Statements 1 and 3 are correct. Statement 2 is incorrect: It is expected to be the 11th Very Severe Cyclonic Storm since 1970.

For Mains

Q. Discuss the challenges in coastal disaster management in India and suggest measures to mitigate the impact of increasing Very Severe Cyclonic Storms.

Dimensions to cover in your answer

Infrastructure vulnerability: Coastal erosion and damage to non-resilient housing in Andhra Pradesh
Early warning gap: Challenges in last-mile communication during high-velocity wind events
Ecological buffer loss: Impact of coastal development on natural mangrove and sand dune protection

Keywords: cyclonic storm · disaster mitigation · early warning system · coastal vulnerability · climate resilience

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