Cyclone Ditwah Unleashes Fury: Tamil Nadu Braces for Impact

Cyclone Ditwah, moving towards the Tamil Nadu coast, is causing heavy rains and strong winds, impacting coastal areas significantly. Authorities have initiated disaster response measures with teams on standby. This natural event is expected to bring more rain and disruption in the coming days.

Cyclone Ditwah has caused significant disruption in Tamil Nadu, particularly affecting coastal districts like Ramanathapuram and Nagapattinam. The intense rainfall and gusty winds have led to damage in various areas, including mechanised fishing boats and infrastructure near Mandapam.

The regional government, with the assistance of the State Revenue and Disaster Management Minister, has strategically deployed disaster response teams to tackle the aftermath efficiently. The cyclone positioned over Vedaranyam is predicted to intensify, bringing severe rainfall to additional districts while rescue operations remain on high alert.

Officials have initiated preemptive measures such as water discharge from overflowing reservoirs and adjustments in transport services to ensure public safety. With the cyclone projected to move parallel to the coast, its impacts continue to challenge local communities and emergency services across Tamil Nadu and Puducherry.

(With inputs from agencies.)