Cyclone Michaung Creates Havoc In Chennai, Red Alerts Issued in Andhra Pradesh and Tamil Nadu Coast
Cyclone Michaung has caused havoc all over the southern coast of the country. On December 4, 2023, the residents of Chennai had a not-so-normal day like previous days. They have been experiencing heavy rainfall and numerous landmarks and buildings, roads, and infrastructures submerged in water.
Local Cops stated that due to inundation 14 subways were closed in the city. Along with it, uprooted and jammed trees were removed from 11 places. Monday was declared as a public holiday by the Tamil Nadu government. Moreover, the government also requested that private companies let the employees in Chengalpattu, Kancheepuram, Tiruvallur, and Chennai work from home.
Fatalities Witnessed
The impact of Cyclone Michaung intensified as it approached the coasts of Andhra Pradesh and Tamil Nadu. Due to serious incidents related to heavy rain, waterlogging was experienced in several parts of the city. The city also witnessed two fatalities.
IMD or the India Meteorological Department, on Monday issued a red alert for heavy rainfall in Karaikal, Puducherry, and north coastal areas of Tamil Nadu. The cyclone is expected to make its landfall on the southern coast on December 5.
Cyclone Michaung got its name from Myanmar. Myanmar suggested the naming of cyclone ‘Michaung,’ which means resilience or strength.
Cyclone Michaung As Severe Cyclonic Storm
On December 5, 2023, Cyclone Michaung is likely to take the shape of a severe cyclonic storm, as per Amaravati Meteorological Centre. In a press release, the AMC stated that the cyclone will intensify gradually and will move close to the south coast of Andhra Pradesh crossing between Machilipatnam and Nellore, near Bapatla.
The Meteorological Department said that it is likely that the winds will flow up to speeds of 100 mph and gush at 110 mph.
Reactions on Social Media
Social media users came to X, formerly Twitter, to post videos of the effect of Cyclone Michaung, which has devasted the entire city.
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