Air India Issues Travel Advisory as Cyclone Arnab Threatens Flights to Visakhapatnam, Vijayawada
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Air India issued a travel advisory on Tuesday, October 27, warning passengers that flights to and from Visakhapatnam and Vijayawada in Andhra Pradesh could be affected by Cyclone Arnab. The airline asked passengers to check their flight status before leaving for the airport and allow extra time for their journey due to the expected bad weather.
The advisory comes as Cyclone Arnab moves towards the Andhra Pradesh coast. The storm is expected to bring strong winds and extremely heavy rainfall, which could affect air travel and road transport in the region.
Air India Asks Passengers to Check Flight Status
In its advisory posted on social media platform X, Air India said weather conditions linked to Cyclone Arnab could affect flights operating to and from Visakhapatnam and Vijayawada on October 27. The airline advised passengers to visit its official website to check the latest updates about their flights.
Air India also warned that bad weather could affect road travel. Passengers have been advised to leave for the airport early and keep extra time for their journey. The airline asked travellers to follow official updates to avoid last-minute problems.
Cyclone Arnab Expected to Hit Andhra Pradesh Coast
According to weather forecasts, Cyclone Arnab is expected to reach the coast near Yanam, between Bapatla and Visakhapatnam, on Wednesday morning, October 28. The storm has been moving across the Bay of Bengal and is expected to bring strong winds and heavy rainfall to coastal areas.
As of Tuesday morning, the cyclone was located around 300 kilometres from Visakhapatnam, according to weather authorities. The India Meteorological Department and the Andhra Pradesh State Disaster Management Authority are monitoring the situation as the storm moves closer to land.
Passengers travelling to or from Visakhapatnam and Vijayawada should check their flight status before starting their journey. Travellers should also follow updates from Air India and local authorities, as weather conditions may change and affect travel plans.
