Andhra Pradesh and Tamil Nadu on Alert as Cyclone Turns Into Typhoon

Amaravati, November 27: Andhra Pradesh and Tamil Nadu are bracing for the impact of a severe cyclone that is intensifying into a typhoon. The cyclone, which formed in the Southwest Bay of Bengal, is moving at a speed of 12 km per hour in a north-west direction. It is currently located approximately 300 km southeast of Trincomalee and 770 km from Chennai. Meteorologists have confirmed that the storm, named Fengal, is expected to turn into a full-fledged typhoon today, with the possibility of it crossing the coast between Puducherry and Chennai.

Alerts Issued for Tamil Nadu and Andhra Pradesh

In response to the cyclone’s growing intensity, Tamil Nadu has issued a red alert for the states of Puducherry and Tamil Nadu, while Andhra Pradesh is on yellow alert. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has forecasted heavy to very heavy rainfall, particularly in Cuddalore, Myladudurai, and Tiruvarur districts, prompting local authorities to declare holidays for educational institutions in these regions. Already, Nagapattinam district has started experiencing heavy rains due to the cyclone’s impact.

Impact on Andhra Pradesh

In Andhra Pradesh, the cyclone’s effects are expected to cause moderate to heavy rains over the next 24 hours in districts such as Nellore and Tirupati. In the subsequent 48 hours, Annamaiya, Prakasam, and Chittoor districts are also likely to receive heavy rainfall. The Uttarandhra region is expected to experience significant rainfall from November 30 onward.

The cyclone’s influence has prompted the Andhra Pradesh Disaster Management Department to issue alerts, and officials have warned fishermen not to venture out to sea due to the dangerous weather conditions. All coastal ports in the state are under emergency alert number one, and district collectors have been instructed to take precautionary measures to ensure the safety of the public.

Precautionary Measures for the Public

In light of the severe weather conditions, authorities are urging the public to stay informed through official channels and to take necessary precautions, especially in the affected coastal and low-lying areas. The Department of Disaster Management is on high alert, and local governments have been asked to be ready for any eventualities. The public is advised to avoid unnecessary travel during the storm’s peak impact and stay indoors as much as possible.