Odisha has alerted district collectors and stepped up preparations as Cyclone ‘Arnab’ moves towards the Andhra Pradesh coast. Southern districts are expected to face a greater impact. Chief Secretary Anu Garg said that the state is coordinating with the Centre and neighbouring Chhattisgarh to prepare for possible heavy rainfall and the release of water from reservoirs. The Chief Secretary shared the preparedness measures after holding discussions with the Union Cabinet Secretary.