Cyclone Fengal cripples Puducherry with heavy rains, flooding, power outages, and evacuation efforts by local authorities.

To assist residents, 329 relief centers have been set up across Chennai, providing food, water, and shelter. Schools and colleges are closed in Chennai and Puducherry.

Northern Tamil Nadu experienced heavy rains and gusty winds on Saturday, disrupting normal life as Cyclone Fengal continued its approach towards the coast. The storm, expected to make landfall near Puducherry later in the day,

The Department of Revenue and Disaster Management has set up toll-free numbers 112 and 1077 to receive distress calls from the public. People can also seek help through the WhatsApp number 9488981070.

The cyclonic storm has progressed towards Tamil Nadu-Puducherry coasts and is making landfall near Puducherry, an IMD official said. A red alert has been issued for 10 districts of Tamil Nadu.

Cyclone Fengal has strengthened significantly, making landfall in Tamil Nadu, with severe weather affecting particularly the northern coastal areas. Strong winds and heavy rain have disrupted suburban train services,

As of Saturday morning, Cyclone Fengal was located 110 km southeast of Chennai and 120 km east-northeast of Puducherry, moving westward at 13 kmph. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) predicts landfall near Puducherry by night,

Cyclone Fengal brought heavy rains and severe flooding to Chennai and its neighbourhoods. Hospitals and homes were inundated, and public transportation was disrupted. Authorities are working urgently to clear waterlogging and address related issues.

Cyclone Fengal brings gusty winds and rain to Chennai, causing tree uprooting and waterlogging, with landfall expected tonight.