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Over 9,600 moved to relief camps; over 14,500 involved in rescue and relief operations

Over 9,600 people from Cyclone Michaung affected parts of Tamil Nadu were on Monday moved to 236 relief camps in eight locations as part of precautionary measures.

The Hindu · Dec 4, 2023

SCR releases helpline numbers after cancellation of trains

SCR releases helpline numbers for passengers affected by Cyclone Michaung. GM Arun Kumar Jain held a video conference with top officials to review safety protocols. Watchmen have been posted at vulnerable bridges and sandbags and ballast have been stocked for timely restoration.

The Hindu · Dec 4, 2023

Chance for another cyclonic system exists in Arabian Sea

Even as Cyclone Michaung heads towards the south Andhra Pradesh coast, triggering torrential rain in Chennai and north Tamil Nadu, another system is brewing over the Arabian Sea according to the global models.

The Hindu · Dec 4, 2023

Cyclone Michaung | 12 shelters readied in coastal hamlets in Villupuram district

Tamil Nadu Ministers inspect coastal hamlets in Villupuram ahead of Cyclone Michaung. 12 multi-purpose cyclone shelters equipped with basic amenities readied in Marakkanam and Vanur blocks. NDRF teams stationed at Marakkanam. Ministers visit Thanthirayankuppam, Chinna Mudaliar Chavady, Bommayarpalayam and Kottakuppam. Appeal to public to stay indoors and follow TN Govt…

The Hindu · Dec 4, 2023

Cyclone Michaung delays verdict on V.K. Sasikala’s claim over AIADMK general secretary post

Verdict on appeal suits & civil revision petition filed by V.K. Sasikala in 2022, claiming right over AIADMK general sec. post, delayed by a day due to Cyclone Michaung. She was appointed interim gen. sec. in 2016, but removed in 2017. Senior Counsel G. Rajagopal argued for her, while Senior…

The Hindu · Dec 4, 2023

Cyclone Michaung grows into severe cyclonic storm, Chennai and neighbourhood to receive heavy rains till Tuesday morning

Heavy rains to continue in Chennai till Dec 5; cyclone Michaung intensifies, winds to blow at 60-70 kmph. Red-coded warning issued for Tiruvallur district. Rains to reduce in north TN on Dec 5, water release from Chembarambakkam reservoir to increase.

The Hindu · Dec 4, 2023

Cyclone Michaung | Southern Railway cancels train services

Due to heavy rains & water logging, Southern Railway has cancelled long-distance train services & suspended suburban train operations. A passenger special will be operated every hour in all sections. Brindavan Express & Mumbai CST-Dr MGR Chennai Central Express partially cancelled.

The Hindu · Dec 4, 2023

Cyclone Michaung | Chennai, neighbouring districts pounded by heavy rains

Cyclone Michaung moves east-northeast, triggers heavy rains & strong winds in Tamil Nadu, incl. Chennai. RMC advises people to stay safe. Water Resources Dept. increases surplus release from reservoirs to 6,000 cusecs. Flood gates of Poondi to be opened to discharge 1,000 cusecs.

The Hindu · Dec 4, 2023

Cyclone Michaung travel updates | Flight operations suspended in Chennai till December 5, disrupted in Hyderabad, Visakhapathnam; 40 trains to and from Kerala cancelled

Cyclone Michaung travel updates: The flight operations have been disrupted in Chennai, Hyderabad and Visakhapatnam while 40 trains from to and from Kerala have been cancelled on Monday in view of the cyclone Michaung

The Hindu · Dec 4, 2023

Cyclone Michaung | Madras High Court declares a holiday for all courts in Chennai today

Cyclone Michaung | Madras HC declares holiday for all courts in Chennai on Dec 4 due to Cyclone Michaung; revised circular issued recalling earlier one; Principal District Judges to take decision on functioning of courts in Tiruvallur, Kancheepuram & Chengalpattu districts.

The Hindu · Dec 4, 2023