The storm will reach Tamil Nadu today.
According to the IMD, the deep depression turned into a cyclonic storm at 2.30 pm. It is likely to approach the Tamil Nadu-Puducherry coast on November 30 afternoon. Meanwhile, the flood in the sea has increased. In Mahabalipuram, Tamil Nadu, the sea has turned dangerous. Cyclone Fungal is causing high waves in the sea and high waves are being seen in the coastal areas.
According to the IMD, the cyclone may make landfall in Mahabalipuram and its surrounding areas by Saturday afternoon. A landfall may occur near Puducherry between Karaikal and Mahabalipuram. At the time of landfall, the wind speed can be 70 to 80 km per hour while gusts can reach up to 90 km per hour. According to scientists, it may weaken and turn into a deep depression as it hits the coast.
Chance of rain here today
Heavy to very heavy rain is likely at isolated places over North Tamil Nadu and Rayalaseema, South Coastal Andhra Pradesh and Yanam on Saturday. Isolated heavy to very heavy rain is likely over interior Tamil Nadu on Sunday. Heavy rain is likely at isolated places over Tamil Nadu and Lakshadweep, Coastal Andhra Pradesh, Yanam and Rayalaseema during the weekend. Fishermen have been advised not to venture into the sea for the next few days. The administration has instructed people living in low-lying areas to move to safer places.
