Cyclone Fengal Set to Impact Tamil Nadu Coast

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Cyclone Fengal, the season’s second Bay of Bengal cyclone, is expected to make landfall between Karaikal and Mahabalipuram, bringing heavy rainfall, strong winds, and high waves, prompting IMD alerts across multiple Tamil Nadu districts.

About Cyclone Fengal Formation and Path:

  • Cyclone Fengal formed in the southwest Bay of Bengal after intensifying from a deep depression on Friday afternoon.
  • It is the second cyclone in the Bay of Bengal this post-monsoon season.
  • As of Friday, the cyclone was positioned 310 km north-northeast of Trincomalee, 260 km east of Nagapattinam, 270 km east-southeast of Puducherry, and 300 km southeast of Chennai.
  • The storm is moving north-northwest and is expected to cross between Karaikal and Mahabalipuram, near Puducherry, on Saturday afternoon.

Cyclone Fengal Set to Impact Tamil Nadu Coast

Weather Conditions and Impact:

  • Wind speeds are forecasted to reach 70-80 km/h, with gusts up to 90 km/h during landfall.
  • The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a red alert for heavy rainfall in Chennai, Kancheepuram, Thiruvallur, Chengalpattu, Villupuram, Cuddalore, and Kallakurichi districts of Tamil Nadu.
  • Neighboring districts, including Thiruvannamalai, Ariyalur, Mayiladuthurai, Salem, Thanjavur, and Nagapattinam, are on orange alert.
  • Rainfall will be accompanied by strong winds, lightning, and thunder over the affected areas.

Precautionary Measures:

  • Fishermen have been advised to avoid venturing into the sea due to high wave warnings.
  • Coastal areas are on high alert, and authorities are monitoring the situation closely to manage potential risks and ensure public safety.

Naming of Cyclone Fengal:

  • Cyclone Name: Fengal, designated if a deep depression intensifies into a cyclone.
  • Proposed By: Saudi Arabia.
  • Name Origin: Rooted in Arabic, reflecting the region’s linguistic and cultural identity.
  • Naming Criteria: Short, distinctive, and universally non-offensive names ensure easy recognition and communication.

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