Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 04:08am on 05 Dec 2023,Tuesday India
Cyclone Michaung, a severe cyclonic storm, is set to make landfall between Nellore and Machilipatnam in Andhra Pradesh at 11 am, wreaking havoc in its wake. The storm has already claimed eight lives in Chennai due to heavy rain, flooding, and strong winds. Roads turned into rivers, vehicles were swept away, and power outages disrupted normal life. Chennai airport's runway is flooded, leading to flight cancellations. Tamil Nadu government declares a public holiday in affected districts. Rescue operations, relief camps, and emergency measures are in place. The cyclone's impact extends to neighboring Andhra Pradesh, with authorities on high alert. Union Home Minister Amit Shah assures assistance.
