Cyclone Fengal has thrown normal life out of gear in the Southern states of India. Severe waterlogging was witnessed in parts of Chennai district amid heavy rainfall. Chennai airport has been shut till 7 pm. Relief camps have been set up at multiple places for people living near the coastal areas. Tamil Nadu CM MK Stalin inspected the food preparation that is being done for relief camps, at Royapuram. According to the Indian Meteorological Department (IMD), Cyclone Fengal is expected to make landfall close to Puducherry, along the Tamil Nadu coast by today evening.
30 November,2024 05:42 PM ISTCyclone Fengal is currently impacting parts of southern India, particularly Tamil Nadu, and nearby regions. Rough seas and gusty wind were witnessed in Mahabalipuram. The Cyclone is moving toward the Tamil Nadu coast, expected to make landfall near Puducherry between Karaikal and Mahabalipuram. As per IMD, #CycloneFengal to cross north Tamil Nadu-Puducherry coasts between Karaikal and Mahabalipuram close to Puducherry as a cyclonic storm with a wind speed of 70-80 kmph gusting to 90 kmph during the evening of 30th November.
30 November,2024 03:01 PM ISTCyclone Fengal is set to hit the coast of Puducherry today in an estimated landfall. Many coastal areas are experiencing changes in weather, including high tides, rainfall, Rough sea and gusty winds. Due to the impact of Cyclone Fengal, coastal areas in Chennai witnessed changes in weather with gusty winds and rain. Cyclone Fengal brought heavy rains in many areas in Tamil Nadu. Rough sea, strong winds have also moved in, in coastal areas of Andhra Pradesh as cyclone Fengal is approaching the state. According to the Indian Meteorological Department (IMD), Cyclone Fengal will hit the coastal area by today evening. A red alert was issued for various parts of the southern states in view of incessant rainfall.
30 November,2024 01:15 PM ISTBengaluru is facing severe waterlogging after heavy rain fell on October 21. Many areas, especially Yelahanka, are struggling as workers and residents deal with the challenges of flooded streets and homes. The National Disaster Response Force (NDRF) has arrived to help with the situation, using boats to carry out rescue operations for those in need. The continuous rainfall has made it difficult for people to move around and access essential services. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has predicted light to moderate rains in Bengaluru over the next two days, which may continue to affect the city’s recovery efforts. Authorities are working hard to manage the situation and ensure the safety of all residents. The focus remains on helping those trapped by the water and clearing up the affected areas. As the weather changes, officials hope for a quick return to normalcy in the city.
22 October,2024 03:31 PM ISTOn Friday, 27th September, Mumbai woke up to moderate spells of rain. In the latest Mumbai rain updates, the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) said that a "generally cloudy sky with possibility of moderate rain and thundershowers in the city and its suburbs" for the next 24 hours. Rains lashed parts of Mumbai suburbs disrupting normal life.
27 September,2024 05:16 PM ISTMumbai rains have wrecked havoc in the city once again. On September 25, Mumbai experienced torrential rains, leading to significant waterlogging and severe traffic disruptions across various parts of the city. Areas such as Kurla East, Nehru Nagar, and Chembur were particularly affected, with the Kurla bridge facing heavy congestion. Additionally, a landslide occurred at the Mumbra bypass around 11:30 PM, further complicating traffic movement for over three hours. The situation prompted BMC Commissioner Bhushan Gagrani to assess the impact of the rainfall. In response to the severe weather conditions, the India Meteorological Department (IMD) issued a red alert for Mumbai, warning residents of continued heavy rainfall until September 26, 8:30 AM. The combination of intense rainfall and infrastructure challenges highlighted the city’s vulnerability to adverse weather conditions, necessitating urgent attention to drainage and disaster preparedness measures.
26 September,2024 10:38 AM ISTWhile railways are a dependable source of commute for most of the Mumbaikars, Mumbai rains bring major challenges for the railway management. Ensuring the smooth functioning of the railways while the tracks face the risk of being flooded, is no easy feat and this is when the role of a Railway trackman comes in. Risking their lives walking along the tracks where trains can come at any moment, Railway trackmen like Dilip inspect the bridges near tracks if the water level is safe enough. In this video of Mid-day explains, we give a peek into the functioning of the Western Railways and how it offers a seamless experience even during rains. Take a look.
13 September,2024 05:00 PM ISTWhile railways are a dependable source of commute for most of the Mumbaikars, Mumbai rains bring major challenges for the railway management. Ensuring the smooth functioning of the railways while the tracks face the risk of being flooded, is no easy feat and this is when the role of a Railway trackman comes in. Risking their lives walking along the tracks where trains can come at any moment, Railway trackmen like Dilip inspect the bridges near tracks if the water level is safe enough. In this video of Mid-day explains, we give a peek into the functioning of the Western Railways and how it offers a seamless experience even during rains. Take a look.
13 September,2024 05:00 PM ISTThe state of Himachal Pradesh has been grappling with severe landslides and damage which has resulted from incessant rains in the region. Relief and rescue operations are in progress in Samej village near Rampur in Shimla district after severe cloudbursts struck various areas of Himachal Pradesh. The resulting landslides have caused extensive damage and destruction throughout the hill station. Several rescue team members have been trapped due to impassable roads, hindering their efforts to carry out rescue and recovery tasks. So far, six people have lost their lives in this devastating landslide. On August 1st, parts of the Kullu-Manali Highway were washed away in the cloudburst. Restoration work is currently underway.
07 August,2024 06:53 PM ISTOn 3rd August, Mumbai witnessed severe rainfall which led to massive waterlogging and traffic snarls across the city. IMD had predicted that Mumbai would likely receive heavy rainfall at isolated places for three days starting Friday 2nd August along with heavy rainfall at isolated areas in Thane. Andheri Subway was shut down for commuters due to waterlogging. On the other hand, city's seven lakes have already crossed 80% capacity as Mumbai's water levels have risen significantly.
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