As super cyclonic storm Michaung makes landfall on southern Andhra Pradesh and north Tamil Nadu coasts, Chennai finds itself in the throes of heavy rainfall and powerful winds. Anticipating the severe weather conditions, the state administration has mobilized significant resources to ensure the safety and well-being of the residents. Several parts of the city are experiencing severe water-logging and power outages, leading to urgent rescue operations by teams of the National Disaster Response Force (NDRF).
Policemen are actively on the ground, extending assistance to individuals in need.
In the face of this calamity, the Tamil Nadu government has stepped up its efforts to ensure the safety of its citizens and minimize damage. Recognizing the critical nature of the situation, 17 IAS officers have been strategically deployed across 15 zones of the Greater Chennai Corporation (GCC), Avadi and Tambaram Municipal Corporations. These dedicated individuals will spearhead both precautionary and relief measures, working tirelessly to mitigate the impact of the storm and provide timely assistance to those affected.
The following officers have been posted in the GCC limits: K.S. Kandasamy (Zone-I); S. Divyadarshini (Zone-II); Sandeep Nanduri (Zone-III); S. Prabakar (Zone-IV); K. Vijayakarthikeyan (Zone-V); B. Ganesan (Zone-VI); S. Suresh Kumar (Zone-VII); S. Palanisamy (Zone-VIII); M. Prathap (Zone-IX); S. Arunraj (Zone-X); E. Sundaravalli (Zone-XI); A.K. Kamal Kishore (Zone-XII); M.S. Prashanth (Zone-XIII); V.R. Subbulaxmi (Zone-XIV) and K. Veera Raghava Rao (Zone-XV).
John Louis, an IAS officer known for his decisive action, has been entrusted with coordinating relief efforts in Tambaram, while A. Shanmuga Sundaram will oversee the critical task in Avadi. Their leadership will be instrumental in ensuring the smooth flow of resources, mobilizing rescue teams, and providing essential support to those in need.
#Michaung CYCLONE
— Greater Chennai Traffic Police (@ChennaiTraffic) December 4, 2023
N1 Royapuram: West Madha Street
Fallen Tree immediately removed. #ChennaiRain #Update@chennaipolice_ pic.twitter.com/AXmnnsvykc
#Michaung CYCLONE
— Greater Chennai Traffic Police (@ChennaiTraffic) December 4, 2023
UPDATED Routes for Ambulance at 1200 hrs.#ChennaiRain #Update@SandeepRRathore@R_Sudhakar_Ips@chennaipolice_ pic.twitter.com/rxJV67V8nU
Rain view from my balcony! Never seen such continuous heavy rain here! I wasn't here in 2015!#ChennaiRain #CycloneMichuang pic.twitter.com/n6Bylzeb8h
— Ananth Rupanagudi (@Ananth_IRAS) December 4, 2023
This is the water level on Bridge no.14 on the Basin Bridge – Vyasarpadi route, thereby leading to the suspension of many train services from Chennai Central! And the plastic trash thrown into the waters makes matters worse. #IndianRailways #CycloneMichuang #ChennaiRain pic.twitter.com/HSPe8uQIXz
— Ananth Rupanagudi (@Ananth_IRAS) December 4, 2023
#Michaung CYCLONE
— Greater Chennai Traffic Police (@ChennaiTraffic) December 3, 2023
🏳️Near Neelankarai
Water on the road was immediately removed.
Smooth traffic flow ensured.
Police 100#ChennaiRain #Update @chennaipolice_ @SandeepRRathore @R_Sudhakar_Ips pic.twitter.com/i7aFwzd7cG
— Greater Chennai Traffic Police (@ChennaiTraffic) December 3, 2023
Chennai Fort station – completely flooded! #ChennaiRains #CycloneMichaung pic.twitter.com/uxK9ja0iAK
— Ananth Rupanagudi (@Ananth_IRAS) December 4, 2023
Unsung HEROES 🙏🏾#Michaung pic.twitter.com/KC6N10CZX7
— Dr. T R B Rajaa (@TRBRajaa) December 4, 2023
Egmore station yard on the northern side fully submerged due to heavy rain! #ChennaiRain #CycloneMichuang pic.twitter.com/36SIIQoZ4B
— Ananth Rupanagudi (@Ananth_IRAS) December 4, 2023
