India evacuates thousands as Cyclone Arnab nears

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India is evacuating thousands of people as Cyclone Arnab approaches the country's eastern coast, expected to make landfall with gusts of as many as 140 kilometers per hour. Authorities are tracking the storm's path, wind extent and arrival times. The evacuation comes as the region faces a busy storm season, with tropical cyclone Two also being monitored.

Why it matters：A powerful cyclone threatens densely populated coastal areas, testing disaster preparedness in South Asia.

Key points

  • Cyclone Arnab could bring gusts of up to 140 kph.
  • India is evacuating thousands from the eastern coast.
  • Another tropical cyclone, Two, is also being tracked.

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