In Tamil Nadu, many vehicles were swept away by the strong current, highlighting the dangers of flooding caused by the rain from the cyclonic storm. A shocking scene emerged from the Uthaanagiri bus station, where, following the storm, people and vehicles were submerged in floodwaters and easily swept away.
Officials reported that it rained continuously for over 14 hours in Krishnaagiri, with the Uthaangarai area experiencing the heaviest rainfall during the night. As the floods worsened, many residents fled to various parts of South India, while others remained in Tamil Nadu and Puducherry, where rescue operations are ongoing.
The Meteorological Department of India (AAEEMED) announced that Cyclone Phengal, which crossed the northern Tamil Nadu and Puducherry mountains on Saturday, is expected to weaken in the coming hours and shift to a deep pressure area. On Monday, the Indian Meteorological Department (AAI) issued a red alert for northern Kerala, predicting heavy rains. They also warned of continued heavy rainfall in Kerala due to Cyclone Phengal, which is currently a low-pressure area over northern Tamil Nadu.
This cyclone is positioned as a significant low-pressure area over northern Tamil Nadu.
It is anticipated that the cyclone will move towards the Arabian Sea and strengthen as it passes through northern Kerala and Karnataka by December.
There is a chance of rain in Karnataka over the next two days.
The Indian Meteorological Department stated on Monday that, due to the cyclone’s influence, rain will persist in Bengaluru and other parts of Karnataka for the next two days. The cyclone has now weakened.
Officials indicated that there may be less rain in these areas starting Wednesday.
Sees Patel, the Director of the Indian Meteorological Department in Bengaluru, announced that a yellow alert has been issued for Bengaluru and districts such as Hassan and Mandya.
