Cyclone Fengal, forming over the southwest Bay of Bengal, is set to bring heavy rains and strong winds to Tamil Nadu, Puducherry, and coastal Andhra Pradesh. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued alerts, stating the deep depression is likely to intensify into a cyclonic storm within the next 48 hours. Authorities in affected regions have implemented precautionary measures, including closing schools and colleges.
Cyclone Fengal: Closure of Educational Institutions in Puducherry
To the cyclone, Puducherry Home Minister A Namassivayam declared the closing of all schools and colleges, government-aided and private, for November 29 and 30. The reason behind this is the safety of the students during the expected heavy rain and flooding.
Cyclone Fengal: Cyclone Fengal Track and Landfall Forecast
The deep depression is now 310 km southeast of Nagapattinam, 410 km southeast of Puducherry, and 480 km south-southeast of Chennai. According to forecasts, the system will move north-northwest, hugging the eastern coast of Sri Lanka, and develop into a cyclonic storm. The system is expects to be further weak before it makes landfall between Karaikal and Mahabalipuram by November 30.
Heavy Rainfall and Strong Winds Are Predict
Rainfall Warning:
Widespread moderate rains are expected in Tamil Nadu.
Heavy to very heavy rain, with extremely heavy falls, is expected over northern Tamil Nadu on November 29 and 30.
Heavy rain is likely over Kerala, Mahe, and south interior Karnataka from November 30 to December 1.
Wind Speeds:
The coastal Tamil Nadu, Puducherry, and Karaikal may see winds ranging from 50-60 kmph gusting to 70 kmph. In the Comorin area and Gulf of Mannar squally winds may range between 55-65 kmph gusting up to 75 kmph.
Safety Measures and Disaster Management Efforts
Authorities have asked people in low-lying and coastal areas to remain vigilant and adhere to safety measures. Fishermen ask not to venture into the sea until November 31 due to the rough weather.
Rescue and Monitoring Operations
Indian Navy and Coast Guard are on high alert and have been working on HADR and SAR missions.
Six fishermen strand at an abandon jetty in Cuddalore rescues, along with four workers.
Cyclone Fengal: ISRO’s Satellite Monitoring
Since November 23, ISRO has been monitoring Cyclone Fengal using EOS-06 and INSAT-3DR satellites. These systems provide crucial updates on wind speeds, intensity, and cyclone direction, aiding in disaster management.
Top FAQs
1. What is Cyclone Fengal’s current status?
Cyclone Fengal: currently a deep depression southwest of the Bay of Bengal It is likely to make intensive to cyclonic within the next 48 hours
2. How far is it possible to go?
It is forecast for parts of Tamil Nadu coastal lines, Pudhucheary, Andra, Pradesh, by significant torrential rains, thunder, gust strong winds, and possibly major to heavy flooding expects extremely from Northern Tamil Nadu.
3. Why are schools and colleges shut in Puducherry?
The Puducherry government closed educational institutions on November 29, and 30 to ensure the safety of students amidst heavy rains and strong winds predicted due to Cyclone Fengal.
4. What precautions takes by authorities?
Authorities have alerted the people living in coastal and low-lying regions to remain vigilant, and not to venture out without a valid reason. Fishing activities have been strictly warning not to enter the sea until November 31.
5. How is Cyclone Fengal monitors?
ISRO is keeping a close watch on the cyclone through its EOS-06 and INSAT-3DR satellites. Indian Navy and Coast Guard have launched rescue operations and have coordinated the relief activities in the aftermath of the cyclone.
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