The deep depression over the Southwest Bay of Bengal is likely to intensify into Cyclone Fengal on Wednesday near the Tamil Nadu coast. A red alert has been issued in Tamil Nadu, Puducherry and Andhra Pradesh.

Puducherry bore the brunt of Cyclone Fengal’s fury, recording 490 mm of rainfall by Sunday morning — the UT’s highest 24-hour total in three decades.

Cyclone Fengal remains a severe threat near Puducherry with heavy rainfall and damage. Following its impact on Tamil Nadu, the cyclone has caused 46 cm of rain. Although Chennai airport reopened, there were many flight issues.

Cyclone Fengal hit Tamil Nadu causing unprecedented rainfall equivalent to a year's worth in 36 hours, leading to widespread flooding and property damage. The government has established multiple relief camps and is focusing on restoration efforts,

After making landfall near Puducherry on November 30, Cyclone Fengal weakened on Sunday, but torrential downpour under its influence paralysed the union territory, with the Army stepping in to evacuat

The relentless downpour that accompanied the cyclone has caused severe waterlogging in several areas, leaving buildings and vehicles submerged under floodwaters.