Bhubaneswar, Oct. 27 -- As Cyclone Arnab approaches the Andhra Pradesh coast, residents in potentially affected areas should prepare an emergency kit to meet their families' basic needs during a disruption.

Keeping essential supplies ready can help households respond to power cuts, heavy rainfall and evacuation orders.

The cyclone is currently located at 380 km from Odisha's Gopalpur and 300 km from Visakhapatnam. It is moving west-north-westwards at 25 kmph and has maintained this speed over the past six hours. Wind speeds over the sea range between 125 and 135 kmph, with gusts reaching upto 150 kmph.

Here are 10 essential items to keep in your emergency kit.

1. Drinking water

Store sufficient drinking water for every family member ...