According to the latest updates, the wind speed of Cyclone Michaung is predicted to reach severe cyclonic levels. The maximum sustained speed is expected to be around 90-100 kmph, with gusts reaching up to 110 kmph. It is important to stay updated with the latest information and follow any warnings or advisories issued by local authorities to ensure safety.
Cyclone Michaung is set to hit Andhra Pradesh on December 5th, marking the first landfall in two years after Cyclone Gulab in September 2021. The storm, which turned into a severe cyclonic storm, will cross the coast at 8:30 am.
Michaung, the fourth tropical cyclone in the Bay of Bengal, is expected to reach severe cyclonic levels with a maximum sustained speed of 90-100 kmph, gusting to 110 kmph. It could cause heavy rains in Tamil Nadu, southern Andhra Pradesh, and southern Odisha.
The Indian Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued an orange alert for Andhra Pradesh and its north Tamil Nadu-Puducherry coasts as cyclone Michaung approaches the south Andhra Pradesh coast. Eight districts, including Tirupati, Nellore, Prakasam, Bapatla, Krishna, West Godavari, Konaseema, and Kakinada, have been placed on high alert.
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a red alert for Rayalaseema, South, and North Coastal Andhra Pradesh due to Cyclone Michaung, which is expected to continue until December 7 and then transition into a deep depression.
The National Disaster Response Force (NDRF) has deployed 18 teams in Tamil Nadu, Andhra Pradesh, Odisha, and Puducherry, with 10 additional teams ready. Coast Guard, Army, Navy, ships, and aircraft are on standby for rescue and relief efforts, according to the National Crisis Management Committee.
Heavy rain has disrupted air, rail, suburban metro, and road transport in Tamil Nadu, causing waterlogging and flooding. Five deaths have been reported, including two electrocutions and one tree fall. The state government has declared a public holiday for four districts of Chennai, Chengalpattu, Kancheepuram, and Tiruvallur.
Heavy rainfall has caused 32 flights to be diverted to Bengaluru and many to Vijayawada, Rajahmundry, and the Chennai airport has been closed for arrival and departure operations until 11 pm on Monday due to severe weather conditions.
The Indian Army’s 2 Madras Unit has successfully rescued individuals from the Mugalivakkam and Manapakkam areas of Chennai, which have been severely impacted by heavy rainfall and waterlogging.
Andhra Pradesh CMO reports Bapatla Collectorate has implemented swift measures to ensure local safety, including the establishment of dedicated control rooms for round-the-clock monitoring.
Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister Y S Jagan Mohan Reddy plans to personally visit affected districts after relief efforts are complete. Prime Minister Narendra Modi is in constant contact with eastern coast governments to coordinate relief and rescue efforts. The cyclonic storm is centered off Chennai, Nellore, Puducherry, and Bapatla.