In a series of tumultuous events, Cyclone Michaung has wrought widespread havoc across Andhra Pradesh and Tamil Nadu, prompting elevated alert levels as the severe storm inches closer to making landfall. Over the past 24 hours, both states have weathered relentless rains and thunderstorms, resulting in the tragic loss of five lives in Chennai. Two individuals succumbed to electrocution, while another tragic incident unfolded as a tree collapsed in the upscale Besant Nagar area.
Chennai, grappling with the ferocity of Cyclone Michaung, witnessed a surreal spectacle as floodwaters swept away cars through its streets. The aftermath of this natural calamity led to the temporary closure of Chennai’s bustling airport, a pivotal Indian hub, with operations set to resume on Tuesday morning.
The ominous potential of this severe cyclonic storm manifested in the uprooting of small and medium-sized trees, causing extensive damage to hutments and mud houses. Telephone and electric poles did not escape unscathed, experiencing partial damage as the cyclone’s fury unfolded. As the affected regions strive to navigate the aftermath, the toll on both infrastructure and human life serves as a stark reminder of the unpredictable force of nature.
