Chennai Airport to remain shut till 11:30pm; several flights cancelled and delayed due to Cyclone Michaung | Chennai News – Times of India
The website discusses the impact of Cyclone Michaung on southern India, particularly Tamil Nadu and Andhra Pradesh. The cyclone led to four deaths in Tamil Nadu, with the state’s capital, Chennai, experiencing severe flooding. The city’s airport, a major hub, suspended operations, affecting air travel. Media images depicted submerged planes and vehicles, emphasizing the extent of the flooding. In addition to the human toll, the cyclone disrupted industrial activities, forcing Foxconn and Pegatron to halt iPhone production near Chennai due to heavy rains.
The article highlights the precautionary measures taken by authorities, including evacuations of thousands of people from coastal areas in both states. Schools, colleges, offices, and banks in affected districts were closed for two days. The weather office predicted over 200 mm of rain in parts of Andhra Pradesh. Evacuation efforts were underway, with nearly 7,000 people evacuated from Andhra Pradesh’s coastal areas, and more preparations for potential evacuations depending on the cyclone’s severity. The situation draws parallels to the catastrophic floods in December 2015, raising concerns about the potential impact of Cyclone Michaung on the region.
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