The expected landfall of Cyclone ‘Michaung’ in Southern Andhra Pradesh and the North coast of Tamil Nadu tonight is causing continuous heavy rainfall and strong winds in various parts of Chennai. The substantial precipitation has led to significant waterlogging in specific areas. Due to the heavy rains and waterlogging, suburban train services in all Chennai Suburban sections were temporarily halted until 8 am on Monday morning.
In its statement, the Southern Railways said, “Due to heavy rains and waterlogging, suburban train services in all the Chennai Suburban sections have been temporarily suspended up to 08.00hrs. of today. Only Passenger Specials will be operated in these sections until further advice.”
Several areas in the city, including Maduravoyal, Porur, Saligaramam, and Valasaravakkam, are facing waterlogging issues. The strong winds have uprooted trees in various locations.
Due to heavy rainfall causing the water level to reach the danger mark at Bridge No. 14 between Vyasarpadi and Basin Bridge, eleven express trains departing from Chennai Central were canceled on Monday.
Addressing the people of Tamil Nadu, Chief Minister MK Stalin urged them to stay indoors until the storm abates. The Chief Minister personally inspected the Control room to assess the readiness for dealing with the cyclone.
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Mon, 04 Dec 2023 03:02 PM
Cyclone Michaung LIVE: Two flights from Bhubaneswar to Chennai have been cancelled
Cyclone Michaung LIVE: Two flights scheduled from Bhubaneswar Airport to Chennai were cancelled due to heavy rainfall caused by the cyclone in the city and other parts of Tamil Nadu, according an official from Biju Patnaik International Airport quoted by ANI on Monday.
“Bhubaneswar airport is not affected due to the cyclone. We have two flights to Chennai which have been cancelled. The air field at Chennai has been closed it 11pm today due to current weather conditions,” the official was quoted as saying by ANI.
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Mon, 04 Dec 2023 02:34 PM
Cyclone Michaung LIVE: Private companies in four districts of TN asked to implement work-from-home for tomorrow
Cyclone Michaung LIVE: The Tamil Nadu government on Monday urged private companies and establishments in Chennai, Thiruvallur, Kancheepuram, and Chengalpattu districts to facilitate work-from-home for their employees on Tuesday due to anticipated heavy rains and their potential effects, news agency ANI reported.
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Mon, 04 Dec 2023 02:05 PM
All educational institutions to remain closed in Chennai on Tuesday owing to heavy rainfall
All educational institutions will remain closed in Chennai on Tuesday owing to heavy rainfall, the government of Tamil Nadu said in an official statement on Monday.
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Mon, 04 Dec 2023 02:01 PM
Eastern Coastal Districts have been badly affected by Cyclone Michaung, and life has been disrupted: Tamil Nadu Governor
Some of our Eastern Coastal Districts have been badly affected by Cyclone Michaung, and life has been disrupted. Agencies of the Center and the State have been deployed to ensure the safety of people and to maintain essential services. The situation is being monitored by the Central and State Governments at the highest level. I appeal to people to follow the advice of the State Government and stay home and stay safe until the situation improves, Tamil Nadu Governor said in his statement.
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Mon, 04 Dec 2023 01:51 PM
Recap | Heavy rains disrupt normal life in Chennai and nearby districts
Life was thrown out of gear in Chennai and its neighbouring districts on Monday as relentless rains pounded various parts leading to inundation, raising fears of a repeat of 2015 deluge. People were seen scampering to buy and refill supplies and essential items with drinking water being on high demand. There was no let up in the downpour that led to power outages and internet disruption. Cyclonic storm Michaung, which is likely to cross the coast in Andhra Pradesh on the forenoon of Tuesday lay near Chennai and Puducherry, bringing heavy rains.
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Mon, 04 Dec 2023 01:18 PM
Visuals from Chennai, Tamil Nadu as heavy rainfall continues in the region.
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Mon, 04 Dec 2023 12:59 PM
NDRF personnel rescue people from waterlogged areas in Tiruvallur district amid heavy rainfall in the region | See visuals
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Mon, 04 Dec 2023 12:16 PM
Cyclone Michaung: Heavy rain lashes Chennai; flights, trains cancelled, city waterlogged
Heavy rainfall due to Cyclone Michaung caused severe waterlogging in several areas across Chennai on Monday. Several low-lying areas, including hospitals and many residential parts, witnessed inundation even as civic agency personnel were involved in clearing the stagnant water. Read More
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Mon, 04 Dec 2023 11:58 AM
Chennai rain live: Waterlogging witnessed inside Tambaram government hospital after incessant rainfall in the region
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Mon, 04 Dec 2023 11:53 AM
Chennai rain live: A car was seen stuck in the massive waterlogging in Chennai’s Velachery and Pallikaranai areas, caused due to heavy rainfall
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Mon, 04 Dec 2023 10:58 AM
Chennai rain live: Visuals of waterlogging in city
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Mon, 04 Dec 2023 10:33 AM
Cyclone Michaung: IMD’s heavy rainfall warning in Tamil Nadu, Puducherry today; schools closed
The Indian Meteorological Department (IMD has issued a warning of heavy rainfall and thunderstorms on Monday in several places for Tamil Nadu and Puducherry in the wake of Cyclone Michaung. Read More
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Mon, 04 Dec 2023 10:25 AM
Chennai Rain Live Updates: 11 express trains cancelled after water level breaches danger mark in Basin Bridge-Vyasarpadi section
Due to intense rainfall, eleven express trains departing from Chennai Central were canceled on Monday as the water level surged to a hazardous level at Bridge No. 14 between Vyasarpadi and Basin Bridge.
“In view of heavy rain in Chennai and the water crossing the danger level in Bridge No. 14 between Basin Bridge and Vyasarpady stations, the trains have been regulated as given below. Please go through and plan your journeys accordingly. We regret the inconvenience caused,” the Divisional Railway Manager, Chennai, Southern Railway, posted on X.
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Mon, 04 Dec 2023 10:18 AM
Chennai Rain Live Updates: Severe waterlogging witnessed in several parts of Chennai due to incessant rainfall
Several areas in the city, including Maduravoyal, Porur, Saligaramam, and Valasaravakkam, are facing waterlogging issues. The strong winds have uprooted trees in various locations.
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