Cyclone Fengal’s Status
Cyclonic Storm Fengal has weakened into a well-marked low-pressure area over North Interior Tamil Nadu, as per the India Meteorological Department (IMD). The system is likely to re-emerge over the southeast and east-central Arabian Sea near the Kerala-Karnataka coastline by December 3.
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Impact on Tamil Nadu and Puducherry
- Heavy Rainfall and Disruption
Cyclone Fengal’s influence has caused widespread disruption in Tamil Nadu, with several districts declaring holidays for schools and colleges. - Record-Breaking Rainfall in Puducherry
Puducherry experienced its heaviest 24-hour rainfall in 30 years, leading to severe flooding and Army-led rescue operations. Over 600 people were evacuated from submerged areas. - Flooding in Key Areas
- Severe flooding has been reported in Villupuram and Cuddalore districts.
- The Thenpennai River overflowed, cutting off access between key towns.
- Rescue efforts in Tiruvannamalai are ongoing to locate seven family members trapped in a mudslide.
Death Toll and Devastation
The cyclone Fengal has claimed 19 lives in India and Sri Lanka, with significant damages caused by flooding, road blockages, and power outages.
- Chennai: Three electrocution deaths were reported.
- Puducherry: Residents recount decades of unprecedented devastation.
Weather Forecast for Southern India- Cyclone Fengal
Tamil Nadu and Puducherry
- December 2: Light to moderate rainfall expected in many places; heavy to very heavy rainfall in isolated areas.
- December 3: Heavy rainfall forecast in isolated locations near the Kerala border.
Rayalaseema
- December 2: Light to moderate rainfall in many areas; heavy rainfall in isolated locations.
South Interior Karnataka
- December 2: Heavy to very heavy rainfall in isolated areas.
- December 3: Light to moderate rainfall across many places; heavy rainfall in isolated areas.
Coastal Karnataka
- December 2 and 3: Light to moderate rainfall at many places; heavy rainfall in isolated locations.
Kerala
- December 2: Light to moderate rainfall expected at most places; heavy to very heavy rainfall at a few locations and extremely heavy rainfall in isolated areas.
- December 3: Heavy rainfall likely in isolated places.
Lakshadweep
- December 3 and 4: Light to moderate rainfall expected at a few locations; isolated heavy rainfall likely.
IMD Warnings
- Red Alert: Issued for Malappuram, Kozhikode, Wayanad, and Kannur districts in Kerala.
- Orange Alert: Applies to Ernakulam and Idukki districts in Kerala.
The IMD advises residents in affected regions to remain cautious and follow updates for potential changes in forecasts.
