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Key Points

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Cyclone Arnab had wind speeds of about 125 to 135 kilometers per hour, with gusts up to 150 kilometers per hour.

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Heavy rain of more than 200 millimetres fell in some places.

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Trees fell and power lines broke in Kakinada and Visakhapatnam.

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A water surge of up to 2.5 metres could flood low‑lying coastal areas.

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The storm is expected to weaken after it moves inland.

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Summary

It brought lots of rain and very fast wind that knocked down trees and broke power wires. 🌳

The weather team warned that water could rise high near the beach, so people should stay safe inside. 🏠

The storm will move slowly inland and the wind will get weaker after a few hours. ⏳

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New Words to Learn

7 words
cyclone
a big rotating storm with very strong wind and rain
meteorological
relating to the study of weather
inundation
when water covers land that is usually dry
surge
a sudden rise in water level, like a big wave
gust
a short, strong burst of wind
uprooted
when a tree is pulled out of the ground
precautions
steps taken to stay safe
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