HIGHLIGHTS: Cyclone Fengal reaches coast, makes landfall near Puducherry
The weather department had issued a red alert warning of extremely heavy rains for seven coastal districts of Tamil Nadu.
CHENNAI: Cyclone Fengal passed over Puducherry coast on 12:30 am. Puducherry recorded 22.5 cm rainfall and heavy rains are in the surrounding areas.
The weather department had issued a red alert warning of extremely heavy rains for seven coastal districts of Tamil Nadu, including Chennai, Tiruvallur, Kancheepuram, and Chengalpattu on Saturday.
These districts have been experiencing heavy rain from Friday night under the influence of Cyclone Fengal.
Several areas in Chennai, including Velachery, Madipakkam, Alandur, Porur, Egmore, Anna Salai, Manali, and Ennore received intense spells from Friday night, which led to water logging in various parts of the city.
Indigo suspends flights in Chennai
Due to heavy rainfall and strong winds in the city, Indigo has announced that they have temporarily suspended all arrival and departure flight operations at Chennai airport on Saturday
EMU train services in all suburban sections in Chennai Division will operate at reduced frequency intervals until further notice on Saturday due to the rains
12 subways in Chennai report water stagnation but none closed, says GCC update at 9.58 am
The subways that have reported water stagnation are:
Kathivakkam High road, Manickam Nagar Subway, Vyasarpadi Subway, Stanley Nagar Subway, Gunguruddy Subway, Perambur High Road Subway, Villivakkam Subway, Nungambakkam Subway, Duralsamy Subway, Rangarajapuram Subway (2 wheeler), Pazhavanthangal Subway, Aranganathan Subway
Due to the cyclone and heavy rain alert, the Madras Jewellers & Diamond Merchants' Association has announced that all jewellery shops in Chennai and its suburban areas will remain closed on Saturday
Independent weather blogger K Srikanth says
"Cyclone Fengal is now 125 kms SE of Chennai and has slowed down over the past couple of hours. While city areas of Chennai see a reduction in rainfall intensity. Suburbs and Kanchipuram, Tiruvallur, Chengalpattu, Ranipet dts will continue to see rains."
Major flight disruptions in Chennai
* More than 30 outbound flights from Chennai have been delayed
* More than 10 other planes, including those from Singapore, Dubai, Delhi, Kozhikode, and Hyderabad, have been forced to circle the airport due to poor weather conditions
* Officials are taking action to reroute these flights to airports in Bengaluru, Hyderabad, and Tiruchy
Read more here: Cyclone Fengal disrupts Chennai airport operations, causes major flight delays
Chennai International Airport has been temporarily closed
Chennai International Airport has been temporarily closed due to severe weather conditions due to ongoing heavy rains and the approaching Cyclone Fengal, which have made it unsafe for planes to land.
Read more here: Cyclone Fengal: Chennai Airport runway closed until 5 pm
Heavy rain causes flooding in Chennai’s Triplicane area, inundating Dr Besant Road
Theatres closed in Chennai today
Due to heavy rains and waterlogging in many parts of the city, theatres will remain closed on Saturday
Public helpline numbers issued for emergency services in Chennai
Chennai residents facing rain-related issues can contact the following helplines for assistance:
1. State Assistance Number: 1070
2. District Assistance Number: 1077
3. WhatsApp for Assistance: 9445869848
Emergency contact numbers:
- Chennai Corporation: 1913
- Electricity Services: 94987 94987
- Drinking Water Supply: 044-4567 4567
- Snake Rescue Team: 044-2220 0335
- Chennai Metro Rail: 1860 425 1515
- Blue Cross: 9677297978, 9841588852, 9176160685
- Women's Helpline: 181
- Childline: 1098
Read full story here: Public helpline numbers issued for emergency services in Chennai
Severe water logging at Tambaram Railway Station
Heavy rainfall in Chennai has caused severe water logging at Tambaram Railway Station, with platforms and tracks submerged. As a result, electric trains are operating at significantly reduced speeds in the area.
Work is under way to drain the accumulated water using electric pumps
Six subways closed due to water logging in Chennai
Egmore, RBI, Perambur, Palavanthangal, Rangarajapuram, Tiruvottiyur Ajax subways are closed in the city due to water logging on account of heavy rains
So far, no dangerous news has been received. Everything is under control: CM Stalin
Chief Minister MK Stalin took stock of the situation at the emergency control center and advised officials to engage in intense relief works.
Read more here: CM Stalin takes stock of flood situation; visits emergency control centre
Triplicane's Wallajah Road
Anna Salai
Chennai airport to remain closed till 7 pm today
Authorities at the Chennai airport decided to suspend operations from 12.30 pm to 7 pm after airlines expressed concerns about safety due to heavy winds in the upper atmosphere
Read more here: Cyclone Fengal: It’s official, Chennai airport to remain closed till 7 pm on Nov 30
Marina Beach
Water level at Chembarambakkam Lake rises to 19 ft
The water level in the lake has reached 19 feet, with an outflow of 134 Cusecs
Suburban services suspended in MRTS route
Suburban services between Chennai Beach and Velachery in the MRTS Section have been suspended from 12:15 pm onwards
Due to strong winds with velocities ranging between 65-73 kmph, Helpline Numbers for Passenger Assistance are provided.
1. Comm Control - 044-25330952, 044-25330953
2. Central - 044-25354140 & 22277
3. Egmore - 9003161811
4. Tambaram - 8610459668
5. Chengalpattu - 9345962113
6. Perambur - 9345962147
CMRL Helpline Number!
134 places reported water logging, says Chennai Corporation
Landfall may get delayed to December 1, says weather blogger
The landfall of Cyclone Fengal, which is expected to happen on Saturday (November 30) evening, may get delayed to December 1, said Pradeep, popularly known as Tamil Nadu Weatherman
CMRL monitors phase 2 project sites
CMRL has deployed 350 water pumps with various capacities to constantly monitor rising water levels and to dewater flooded areas.
Read more here: Cyclone Fengal: CMRL monitors Chennai Metro Rail Phase 2 project sites, stations and depot
Free food at Amma Unavagam today
Chief Minister MK Stalin announced that food will be provided for free to people at Amma Canteens in the city.
Read more here: Cyclone Fengal: CM Stalin orders to provide free food in Amma Canteens
CMRL issues an advisory to the public
- Passengers are advised not to halt their vehicles at Koyambedu Metro, St.Thomas Mount and Arumbakkam Metro station and parking lots prone to water stagnation
- Passengers are advised to use the other entry if the lift or escalator is switched off considering safety
- Passengers are requested to access Koyambedu Metro Station through Foot over bridge from Poonamallee High Road, Landmark – Rohini Theatre side due to water logging
Read more on: Chennai rains | Don't park at these stations: Chennai Metro Rail Limited advisory
UG exam postponed in University of Madras, date announced
The Institute of Distance Education has announced the postponement of the undergraduate examination scheduled for 01.12.24 (FN and AN).
The examination will now be held on 15.12.24.
Life disrupted in Tiruvallur
Life disrupted in Tiruvallur due to heavy rain and waterlogging
Strong winds collapse police barricades and advertisement boards
Cyclone Fengal has further intensified as it approaches the coast, bringing heavy rains, strong winds, and disruptions to Chennai and surrounding districts.
Guest worker electrocuted after contacting live cable
A guest worker was electrocuted in Muthialpet on Saturday after coming into contact with a snapped live cable while attempting to withdraw cash from an ATM.
Read more on: Cyclone Fengal: Guest worker electrocuted after contacting live cable
EMU service disrupted between Tambaram and Chennai Beach station
EMU train services between Tambaram and Chennai Beach station were suddenly halted from Saturday afternoon due to the ongoing heavy rain and storm caused by Cyclone Fengal.
Several electric trains, including those stranded at stations like Chennai Chromepet, St Thomas Mount and Guindy, have left passengers with no option but to disembark and walk to their destinations.
Short termination of trains in Chennai
Several express trains will be short terminated and diverted due to the suspension of Bridge No14, following heavy rains caused by Cyclone Fengal.
Wallajah Road
Visuals from Wallajah Road near Triplicane D1 police station
Dark clouds and massive waves at Marina Beach
Changes in EMU Service pattern on Chennai Beach - Chengalpattu Section
Due to heavy rains and waterlogging , the EMU service pattern on the Chennai Beach - Chengalpattu section has been revised as follows:
Chennai Beach - Tambaram EMU services will now operate only between Chennai Beach and Pallavaram.
Chengalpattu - Chennai Beach EMU services will run between Chengalpattu and Vandalur.
500 medical camps to be held on Sunday
The state health department will conduct 500 medical camps on Sunday in seven districts, namely Chennai, Tiruvallur, Chengalpattu, Kancheepuram, Villupuram, Kallakurichi, and Cuddalore, which are under red alert due to Cyclone Fengal.
Check video of the storm's predicted path
Switch off power supply only during heavy winds
Electricity Minister V Senthilbalaji instructed the Tamil Nadu Power Distribution Corporation officials to switch off power supply only during strong winds if there is risk to the safety of the public.
Video: Check Cyclone Fengal's predicted path to Tamil Nadu coast
RMC predicts heavy rainfall over 13 districts till 7 pm
Chennai, Chengalpattu, Tiruvallur, Vellore, Kancheepuram, Ranipet, Tirupattur, Villupuram, Dharmapuri, Krishnagiri, Tiruvannamalai and Kallakurichi are the districts which is expected heavy rainfall till 7 pm.
Chennai airport suspends operations till 9 pm today
Earlier, authorities at Chennai airport decided to suspend operations from 12:30 pm to 7 pm.
Hospital in Chennai faces waterlogging
Following heavy rainfall, the Government Hospital in Chromepet was waterlogged and patients are being moved to the top floor. he hospital faces the challenge of rainwater stagnation every year and arrangements are made to shift patients.
Read more on | Cyclone Fengal: Waterlogging in Chromepet GH, patients moved to top floor
Cyclone Fengal: Residents of North Chennai face difficulties due to waterlogging.
OMR road
Visuals from OMR, commuters advised to exercise caution.
Cyclone Fengal is 90 km away from making landfall in Chennai
Public are not allowed to travel in Marina loop road
Following the heavy rains and winds near Marina beach, Public are not allowed to travel in Loop road.
Stagnant water in Velachery pumped into stormwater drain
Chennai airport suspends operation till 4 am on Dec 1
Earlier, authorities had decided to suspend operations upto 9 pm of Nov 30.
Read more on: Cyclone Fengal: Chennai airport closure extended, special bus services arranged
Rough seas at Kasimedu N4 beach; Brings strong waves to the coast
Nearly 500 residents in Valasaravakkam face water logging due to continues rain in the city.
Cyclone Fengal: EB extends due date
TN EB department has extended the date for payment of bill to Dec 10 for Chennai, Tiruvallur and Kancheepuram districts.
Chennai gets a breather as rains take a break
Cyclone Fengal, the truant tropical storm that has largely eluded most predictions, has slowed down and is apparently practically stationary about 90
Read more on | Cyclone Fengal: Chennai gets a breather as rains take a break
UPDATE!
Cyclone Fengal has started to cross over the coast from 5:30 pm on Saturday: Thanthi TV report.
Heavy winds with speed up to 70 to 80 km per hour, is expected in the next 3 hours.
Cyclone Fengal begins landfall
Cyclone Fengal has finally begun making the landfall, with the forward sector of spiral bands entering land at 7 pm on Saturday.
The cyclone that is moving at 7 km per hour made the landfall about 60 km east-northeast of Puducherry, said the Regional Meteorological Centre, Chennai.
Read more on | LIVE: Cyclone Fengal begins landfall, windspeed at 70-90 km/hr
Marina loop road at Pattinapakkam is completely under police protection.
Public are advised not to travel on loop road near Marina Beach.
Thanthi TV reported that there are many cars and autos travelling on the loop road, even after instructions issued by police authorities.
Heavy rains expected on Dec 1 till 8:30 am for 7 districts in TN
Chennai, Tiruvallur, Villupuram, Cuddalore, Kancheepuram, Chengalpattu and Kallakurichi to receive heavy rains till 8:30 am on December 1.
'Stagnant rainwater will be cleared by tonight,' says Minister KKSSR Ramachandran
Speaking to the media, Minister KKSSR Ramachandran stated that the rain and wind speeds have decreased in Chennai without causing significant damage.
He also added that efforts are underway to remove all stagnant rainwater in the city by tonight.
Read more on: Food at relief camps till rain eases in Chennai: Minister KKSSR Ramachandran
Cyclone Fengal to cross coast at 11:30 pm
The Cyclone Fengal is centered about 30 kilometers near Puducherry.
The RMC has predicted that the cyclone will fully cross the coast by 11:30 pm.
Cuddalore, Villupuram, Kallakurichi and Tiruvannamalai districts are expected to get heavy rains for next 3 hours: Thanthi TV
Most of the areas in chennai witnessed power cut
Most of the areas with overhead electric supply networks witnessed power cuts due to precautionary measures.
Read More on| Cyclone Fengal: Long power outage leaves Chennai city in the dark
Cyclone Fengal is said to have crossed Puducherry, as per Thanthi TV report.
Update!!
Puducherry records 22.5 cm rainfall, as Cyclone Fengal crosses over.
Heavy rains lash Marakkanam as Cyclone Fengal passes through, according to a report by Thanthi TV
Updates from Chennai Airport
Water has been drained on the runway at Chennai Airport.
The authorities had announced closure of the airport until 4 am.
Regional Meteorological Centre in Nungambakkam recorded 11.4 cm and Cuddalore 8.3 cm, at 12:35 am.
Cyclone Fengal is expected to weaken and move west-southwest side as a deep depression: Thanthi TV
Flight operations to resume as weather conditions stabilise: AAI
Credits: AAI
Cyclone Fengal: IMD says
The Cyclone will continue to move west-southwestwards and weaken gradually into a deep depression in the next 6 hours.
The system is being continuously monitored by the Doppler Weather Radar at Chennai: IMD
The Cyclonic storm moved west-southwestwards with a speed of 10 kmph during past 6 hours, crossed North Tamil Nadu & Puducherry coasts near latitude 12.05°N and longitude 79.9°E between 10:30 - 11:30 pm.
It will continue to move west-southwestwards slowly and weaken gradually into a deep depression during the next 3 hours.