Cyclone Fengal will wreak havoc today, wind speed expected to be 90 km per hour
Cyclonic Storm Fengal / Cyclone Fengal will wreak havoc today, wind speed expected to be 90 km per hour
Cyclonic Storm Fengal - Cyclone Fengal will wreak havoc today, wind speed expected to be 90 km per hour
Cyclonic Storm Fengal: Cyclonic storm Fengal is likely to reach near Puducherry by Saturday afternoon. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued an alert in this regard, in which the wind speed is expected to be up to 90 km per hour. In view of this, the administration has taken precautionary measures and advised the local people to stay in their homes. All schools and colleges have been ordered to remain closed on Saturday.Administrative preparations and review meetingsPuducherry District Magistrate A. Kulothungan reviewed the situation with officials of various departments. In this, teams of PWD, local administration, police and disaster management have been put on alert. Availability of essential materials and preparation of relief camps are being ensured in the potentially affected areas.Sea commotion in Puducherry and ChennaiHigh waves have started rising in the sea of Puducherry and Chennai. Heavy rain and sea commotion can be seen in the video released by news agency ANI. The Meteorological Department said that the storm is likely to hit the coasts of Puducherry and Chennai.The widespread impact of this storm is also visible in Tamil Nadu. Due to heavy rains, waterlogging has occurred in many areas. Traffic has been badly affected in other areas including Chennai's OMR Road.Special measures in Tamil NaduTamil Nadu Chief Minister M.K. Stalin called a high-level meeting at the Secretariat to take stock of the situation. NDRF and State Disaster Management Force teams have been deployed in Tiruvarur, Mayiladuthurai, Nagapattinam, and Cuddalore districts for relief work.Changes in flight schedulesDue to heavy rains and storm, flights to Chennai and surrounding districts have been changed. Passengers have been advised to get information about flight updates and guidelines before traveling.Guidelines for local residentsStay in safe places and follow the instructions of the administration.Avoid non-essential travel and do not go near the beaches.Be aware of emergency numbers and nearest relief centers.ConclusionThe administration has made extensive preparations to deal with Cyclone Fangal. Local people have been appealed to remain alert and patient. It is necessary for everyone to keep an eye on the updates issued by the Meteorological Department and follow the instructions of the administration.