Fengal's Fury: Cyclone Leaves Trail of Death and Destruction in India

India Reels as Cyclone Fengal Unleashes Heavy Rainfall

According to a report by The Hindu, a local newspaper, Cyclone Fengal has claimed the lives of at least 12...

Cyclone Fengal has made landfall in India, bringing with it heavy rainfall and widespread destruction. Stay informed about the latest developments and casualty numbers.

Southern India is reeling from the aftermath of Cyclone Fengal, which brought widespread destruction and chaos to the region. As of Tuesday, northern Kerala had been placed on high alert, with schools in the city of Puducherry closed as a precautionary measure. The cyclone's impact has been particularly severe in the state of Tamil Nadu.

According to a report by The Hindu, a local newspaper, Cyclone Fengal has claimed the lives of at least 12 people in Tamil Nadu. The cyclone's trail of destruction extends beyond India, as it also wreaked havoc in Sri Lanka last week. The report highlights the extensive damage caused by the cyclone, including the submergence of over 200,000 hectares of farmland under water and the destruction of over 2,400 huts due to heavy rainfall.

The impact of Cyclone Fengal has been felt across at least 14 districts of Tamil Nadu, leaving a trail of devastation in its wake. As the region struggles to come to terms with the scale of the destruction, authorities are working to provide relief and support to those affected by the cyclone.

A precautionary measure was taken in parts of southern India, where schools were closed due to the ongoing weather alert. Weather officials warned on Monday that the risk of flash flooding still existed, prompting authorities to take necessary precautions to ensure public safety.

Cyclone Fengal made landfall in India's Tamil Nadu state on Saturday, bringing with it a record-breaking 24-hour rainfall in nearby Puducherry, the highest in 30 years. The cyclone's impact has been severe, with at least 12 people reported dead in India due to the storm. By Monday morning, the cyclone had weakened into a low-pressure weather system, but its effects were still being felt.

Relief efforts are currently underway, with authorities working to provide aid to those affected by the cyclone. A red alert warning has been issued in the adjoining state of Kerala, where substantial rainfall is expected on Tuesday. The warning is a precautionary measure to ensure public safety and minimize the risk of further casualties.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi reached out to Tamil Nadu's Chief Minister Muthuvel Karunanidhi Stalin on Tuesday, assuring him of all possible help and support for the state in the wake of Cyclone Fengal's devastation. This gesture of support comes after Stalin urged Modi to release an immediate interim relief of Rs 20 billion from the National Disaster Relief Fund, citing the unprecedented destruction caused by the cyclone.