IMD Issues Red Alert In This Part Of India

The effects of Cyclone Fengal have resulted in constant heavy rainfall in Puducherry which subdued on the union territory near where it landed on Saturday; eventually all school, government, and private, as well as college, in Puducherry were closed on Tuesday, December 3.

Occupying the space between the Southeast India states Tamil Nadu and Puducherry and which arrived on November 30 as Cyclone Fengal, Sunday saw the storm dissipate but continuous heavy rain still occurs. The Army then intervened to help transport the remaining persons in flood charged streets in the union territory and some other districts of Tamil Nadu state also paid the victim following water dearth, fury, and floods.

According to the last update by the India Meteorological Department (IMD), the remnant of the cyclonic storm over north coastal Tamil Nadu and Puducherry moved nearly westwards and weakened into a ‘Well Marked Low Pressure Area’ at 5:30 a.m. on Monday. The remnant low pressure area is expected to form over southeast and adjoining east-central Arabian Sea off north Kerala-Karnataka coasts, according to the IMD.

The minister of education A Namachivayam declared a holiday for all government and private schools and college in Tuition on Tuesday December 3 as downpour which was occasioned by cyclone Fengal hit the region.

All schools and colleges will remain closed in four districts of Tamil Nadu on Tuesday due to heavy rainfall from Cyclone Fengal. All schools in the Nilgiris district will be closed, while schools and colleges in Villupuram, Cuddalore, and Puducherry districts will also remain be shut. In Kallakurichi, schools under Thirukovilur Town, and in Krishnagiri, schools under Pechampalli, Uthangarai Taluk will also remain closed due to the rains.

Red alerts were issued for five northern districts–Kasaragod, Kannur, Wayanad, Kozhikode, and Malappuram–on Monday. Palakkad, Thrissur, Idukki, Alappuzha and Ernakulam districts are under an orange alert, while Kottayam, and Pathanamthitta were on a yellow alert.

IMD stated on Monday that Bengaluru and parts of Karnataka will also witness rainfall for the next two days because of cyclone Fengal. Bengaluru had been receiving rain since Sunday evening and as per the IMD officials, Coastal Karnataka and the parts of South Interior Karnataka can expect to receive light to moderate rainfall on Tuesday.

Conclusion

In conclusion, the impact of Cyclone Fengal has been severe in the Southern part of India, leading to heavy rainfall and flooding in several areas. The authorities have taken necessary precautions to ensure the safety of the residents and have issued alerts accordingly. It is important for everyone to stay informed and follow instructions from the relevant authorities during such natural calamities.

FAQs

1. Q: What is the current situation in Puducherry due to Cyclone Fengal?

   A: Puducherry is experiencing heavy rainfall and flooding as a result of Cyclone Fengal, leading to the closure of schools and colleges in the region.

2. Q: Which districts in Tamil Nadu have been affected by the cyclone?

   A: The Nilgiris, Villupuram, Cuddalore, and Puducherry districts in Tamil Nadu have been significantly impacted by Cyclone Fengal.

3. Q: What alerts have been issued in Kerala?

   A: Red alerts have been issued for five northern districts in Kerala, with other districts under orange and yellow alerts.

4. Q: Will Bengaluru be affected by Cyclone Fengal?

   A: Yes, Bengaluru and parts of Karnataka are expected to experience rainfall due to the remnants of Cyclone Fengal.

5. Q: How is the Indian Army aiding in relief efforts?

   A: The Indian Army has deployed relief columns to assist in transporting individuals in flood-affected areas, such as Puducherry.

6. Q: What measures are being taken to ensure safety during the cyclone?

   A: Authorities have declared holidays for schools and colleges, issued alerts, and provided assistance to those affected by the cyclone.

7. Q: What is the forecast for rainfall in the coming days?

   A: Coastal Karnataka and parts of South Interior Karnataka can expect light to moderate rainfall in the next two days.

8. Q: How are residents being evacuated from flood-affected areas?

   A: The Army is helping transport individuals in flood-charged streets to safety in Puducherry and other districts.

9. Q: Are there any specific areas under heightened alerts?

   A: Yes, certain districts in Kerala and Tamil Nadu are under red, orange, and yellow alerts based on the severity of the situation.

10. Q: What are the expected outcomes of the remnant low pressure area?

    A: The low pressure area is expected to form over the Arabian Sea, impacting the coastal regions of Kerala and Karnataka.

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