Chennai: The state fisheries department has issued a cautionary directive to fishermen in Kasimedu, urging them to refrain from venturing into the sea until Monday due to an approaching cyclone set to cross the Andhra Pradesh coast. Approximately 50 boats that were in proximity to the Andhra Pradesh coast have been instructed to stay put until the storm subsides.
Cyclone Michaung is anticipated to make landfall between Nellore and Machilipatnam, accompanied by winds reaching speeds of up to 100 km/h. As the cyclone approaches the Tamil Nadu coast, Chennai is expected to witness heavy rainfall. The Indian Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a red alert for Tiruvallur district, predicting the likelihood of extremely heavy rainfall. Additionally, Chennai and seven other districts have been warned of heavy to very heavy rain.
The cyclone is projected to reach the south Andhra Pradesh and north Tamil Nadu coast by the afternoon of December 4. Fishermen are advised to exercise caution, and residents in the affected areas are urged to stay updated on weather alerts and take necessary precautions. The situation is being closely monitored, and further advisories may be issued based on the cyclone’s development.
