Chennai's fire and rescue teams are mobilized to respond to emergencies caused by Cyclone Fengal, with a significant number of distress calls and preparedness measures in place. Citizens are advised to stay indoors as the cyclone approaches with strong winds and potential flooding.

Waterlogging has been reported in several parts of Chennai as heavy rain lashed the region in the wake of Cyclone Fengal, which is approaching the Tamil Nadu and Puducherry coastline. According to ANI,

The uncharacteristically slow pace of the cyclone has caused it to hover over the Bay of Bengal, causing it to gather more moisture. According to experts, this is causing heavy rain in several parts of the state.

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M.K. Stalin has ordered for food to be provided free of cost at Amma Unavagams in Chennai on Saturday (November 30, 2024).

The cyclone is likely to continue moving west-northwestward and cross the north Tamil Nadu-Puducherry coasts between Karaikal and Mahabalipuram, near Puducherry, as a cyclonic storm with wind speeds of 70-80 km/h,

Heavy rains have lashed Chennai and 23 other districts on Saturday due to Cyclone Fengal. The visuals on social media shows parts of Chennai indudated with floods even as a man has been electrocuted at flooded ATM in the Tamil Nadu capital.

In anticipation of Cyclone Fengal making landfall, Chennai International Airport has been temporarily shut until 7 PM on Saturday. Heavy rainfall and strong winds have intensified ahead of the cyclone,

Cyclone Fengal is set to make landfall in Tamil Nadu, bringing heavy rainfall and winds up to 90 km/h. The IMD has issued warnings for several districts, including Chennai, with disruptions expected in transport and flight operations.

The cyclone has already caused gusty winds and rainfall across coastal areas. Chennai has been experiencing heavy to moderate rainfall since last night, resulting in rough seas and strong winds. Authorities have warned the public to stay away from beaches such as Marina Beach,

Several airlines issued travel advisories about their schedules amid heavy rain in the region due to storm set to make landfall near Tamil Nadu.

Cyclone Fengal is expected to cross the Tamil Nadu-Puducherry coasts around the evening of November 30. Reports came that more than 20 flights have been cancelled by the Chennai Airport after the announcement by the India Meteorological Department (IMD).